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7.62mmAssault Rifle (7.62mm)A-Tier (Strong)
AKM
Heavy-hitting 7.62mm classic. Exceptional close-quarters stopping power and headshot punch.
Competitive role: Pure High-Damage Close-Range Brawler
Armoury attributes
Normalised to 100- Power
- 48
- Rate
- 68
- Range
- 60
- Capacity
- 30
- Stability
- 45%
Key advantages
- High base damage knocks enemies faster in close range
- Abundant 7.62mm ammunition on all maps
Drawbacks
- Violent vertical recoil requiring skilled pull-down control
Attachment support
What this weapon accepts
Five in-game slots
MuzzleSupported
Compensator (AR) — Primary stabilization attachment
AR Muzzles: Compensator, Suppressor, Flash Hider, Barrel Extender (AR, Snipers), Muzzle Brake
ForegripNo slot
None (No lower rail exists)
No Foregrip Slot Supported
AKM has no foregrip attachment slot. Recoil control is governed strictly by Compensator + Downward Gyro Tilt.
MagazineSupported
Extended Quickdraw Mag (AR - 40 rds)
AR Magazines (Extended, Quickdraw, Ext. Quickdraw, Mini Drum)
StockNo slot
None (Fixed wooden stock)
No Stock Slot Supported
AKM has a non-detachable solid wooden stock; no stock attachment slot exists.
OpticSupported
Red Dot Sight or Clean Default Iron Sights
Up to 6x Scope + Canted Sight
Performance multipliers
Attachments that change the weapon
The picks that reduce distance damage falloff, settle camera shake, or expand ammo capacity.
Muzzle slot
Barrel Extender (AR, Snipers)
Reduces damage dropoff
Compensates for firepower reduction per distance, increasing bullet velocity and long-range damage.
BGMI and PUBG MobileView specs
Magazine slot
Extended Quickdraw Mag (AR)
+33% ammo, fast reload
Increases magazine capacity by 33% and slashes tactical reload downtime by 40%.
BGMI and PUBG MobileView specs
Secondary optic rail
Canted Sight
Instant dual-optic toggle
Enables instant 1-tap toggle between long-range scope and 1x Red Dot sight.
BGMI and PUBG MobileView specs
Recoil compensation
Best attachment loadouts
The AKM has NO foregrip slot and NO stock slot in BGMI/PUBG Mobile! Stabilization relies 100% on the Muzzle Compensator and your downward gyroscope tilt. Gyro tilt allows rapid flick-correction between multiple enemies without needing lower rails.
Muzzle
Compensator (AR)
Cuts recoil pattern and stabilizes bullet flight.
Scope
Red Dot Sight or Iron Sights
Maximum peripheral vision and the cleanest reticle lines.
Magazine
Extended Quickdraw Mag (40 rds)
Fastest reload downtime in intense teamfights.
Pro wrist tilt technique
Because the AKM fires slower than the Beryl, each bullet delivers massive kick. Rhythmically tilt your device in sync with each gunshot sound rather than one continuous harsh jerk.
Recommended gyro sensitivity
Calibrated for 90Hz and 120Hz displays
- Red dot
- 370% - 400%
- 2x
- 330% - 370%
- 3x
- 240% - 270%
- 4x
- 170% - 210%
- 6x
- 110% - 130%
Range planning
Engagement range setups
Close range and room breach (0 to 25m)
MuzzleCompensator (AR)
SightIron Sights / Red Dot
Two headshots eliminate any helmet in the game with 48 base damage. No foregrip needed.
Mid to long range laser spray (50 to 200m)
MuzzleCompensator (AR)
Sight2x or 3x Scope (Single Tap Mode)
Use single tap fire as a makeshift DMR when snipers are unavailable.
Damage profile
Time to kill by armour tier
Exact hit damage against each helmet and vest level.
| Hit location | No armour | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Shots to kill, L2 / L3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headshot | 112 dmg | 79 dmg | 67 dmg | 50 dmg | 2 / 2 |
| Chest and torso | 48 dmg | 34 dmg | 29 dmg | 22 dmg | 4 / 5 |
| Limbs, arms and legs | 24 dmg | 24 dmg | 24 dmg | 24 dmg | 5 (ignores vest) |
Esports analysis
Pro insights and match rules
Mortal (Naman Mathur)Legendary IGL & Player
Iron Sight Close-Quarters Masterclass
“AKM with default Iron Sight removes scope animation delay and gives 100% clean view of enemy movement during jiggles. Never put 4x on an AKM in close-range 1v1s.”
Competitive match execution rules
- 01AKM has ONLY 3 slots: Muzzle, Mag, Scope. No foregrip or stock exists in the game.
- 02Best hot-drop weapon because it needs only a mag and compensator to reach peak potential.
- 03Always aim at neck height so the 2nd bullet naturally kicks into the helmet for instant knock.
Loadout pairings
Secondary weapon synergies
Combinations used in BMPS, BGIS and PMGC to cover this weapon's engagement ranges.
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