PKM

Chest dmg: 32.02
Head dmg: 77.56
RPM: 865
DPS: 462
Weight: 7.5 kg
Author: Dakota Chinnick
Methodology: Data Methodology

The PKM excels in keeping enemies suppressed thanks to its high powered rounds and slower rate of fire.

Is the PKM good?

Yes: the PKM ranks #1 of 3 LMGs on measured DPS, a S-tier pick. Within its class, the PKM stands out for fire rate, DPS.

#1of 3 LMGs

Strengths

Fast fire rate
High DPS

Damage per hit: 32.02
Headshot damage: 77.56
Fire rate: 865 RPM
DPS: 462
Magazine size: 100 rounds
Damage per magazine: 3,202
Weight: 7.5 kg
Price: $4,100

PKM damage stats

Measured

Per-hit damage for each ammo type against an unarmored target. FMJ was measured; HP and AP apply the exact multipliers we measured across seven calibers.

Ammo type	Multiplier	Chest dmg	Head dmg	DPS
FMJ	×1	32.02	77.56	462
Hollow Point	×2	64.04	155.12	923
Armor Piercing	×0.8	25.62	62.05	369

A headshot deals 2.42× the chest damage. Behaviour against armor and damage falloff over distance are not measured yet.

With its largest 100-round magazine the PKM deals 3,202 damage (FMJ, chest hits) and empties it in 6.9 seconds at 865 RPM. Change the magazine, ammo and headshot share below.

PKM magazine dump

Calculator

Ammo

Headshots: 0%Damage to deal (optional)

Per hit: 32.02
Per magazine: 3,202
Time to empty: 6.9 s
DPS: 462
Hits needed: —

Unarmored target, about 20 m. Time runs from the first to the last shot at the measured fire rate; reloads are not included.Full damage calculator →

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PKM vs other LMGs

All measured LMGs, plotted by damage per hit and fire rate: higher hits harder, further right fires faster. Points on the same dashed curve deal the same damage per second. Click a dot to open that weapon.

PKMOther LMGsSame DPS

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Compare with

PKMVSEvo-3 Ultra

Damage per hit: 32.02; 32.87
Headshot damage: 77.56; 79.33
Fire rate: 865; 770
DPS: 462; 422
Magazine size: 100; 50
Damage per magazine: 3,202; 1,643
Weight: 7.5 kg; 6.3 kg
Price: $4,100; $7,250

PKM wins 5 of 8 statsFull PKM vs Evo-3 Ultra comparison →

PKM magazines

In-game data

Every magazine the PKM accepts, with capacity, weight and the total damage one full magazine can deal.

Name	Rounds	Weight	Dmg per mag	Unlock
PKM 100 Rnd Box	100	3.9 kg	3,202	Support Lv 15

Best PKM attachments & build

In-game data

Our top-rated PKM build is Kobra Reflex, PKM Bipod, Hexagon 762 Suppressor. Parts are ranked on the in-game tooltip effects, and the optic is picked for the range a Light Machine Gun usually fights at. Use the planner to build for recoil, accuracy, handling or stealth instead.

Build your PKM

Planner

Build for

Optic slot

Kobra ReflexWARDOG Lv 4 · 0.41 kg

1.2x
Moderate ADS speed improvements

Underbarrel slot

PKM BipodSupport Lv 17 · 0.7 kg

Strong ADS speed increase
Strong spread reduction
Strong recoil reduction
Strong sway reduction
Reduced mobility

Muzzle slot

Hexagon 762 SuppressorRecon Lv 15 · 0.55 kg

Reduced sound profile
Strong flash reduction
Moderate vertical recoil reduction
Moderate horizontal recoil reduction
Moderate spread reduction
Moderate ADS speed penalty

Recoil control: +7
Accuracy: +8
Handling: +1
Stealth: +5

Total weight: 9.16 kg
Unlocks needed: Support Lv 17 · WARDOG Lv 4 · Recon Lv 15
Weapon price: $4,100

Points are the game's tooltip tiers: Minor 1, Moderate 2, Strong 3 (bipod effects that only apply when deployed count half). They compare parts; they are not exact stat values.Open in Loadout Builder →

Best for Recoil control

PKM BipodUnderbarrel slot · Support Lv 17
Orpheus Max BrakeMuzzle slot · Support Lv 45

Best for Accuracy

PKM BipodUnderbarrel slot · Support Lv 17
Hexagon 762 SuppressorMuzzle slot · Recon Lv 15

Best for Handling

PKM BipodUnderbarrel slot · Support Lv 17
Slotted Flash HiderMuzzle slot · Support Lv 19

Best for Stealth

Hexagon 762 SuppressorMuzzle slot · Recon Lv 15

Close-range optics (≤2x)

Mid-range optics (2–6x)

Every PKM attachment

Optic slot (14)

Name	Type	Effects	Unlock
Compact T-2 Red Dot	Optic	1.2x magnification · Minor ADS speed improvements	WARDOG Lv 17
Compact P-1 Red Dot	Optic	1.2x magnification · Moderate ADS speed improvements	WARDOG Lv 21
Kobra Reflex	Optic	1.2x magnification · Moderate ADS speed improvements	WARDOG Lv 4
Four Reticle Reflex	Optic	1.2x magnification · Moderate ADS speed improvements	Assault Lv 22
Holographic Sight	Optic	1.2x magnification · Minor ADS speed improvements	Medic Lv 6
CQ-2x Prism Combat Scope	Optic	2x magnification · Minor ADS speed improvements	Assault Lv 12
2.5x Combat Optic	Optic	2.5x magnification	Assault Lv 17
3x Tactical Prism Scope	Optic	3x magnification	Assault Lv 33
Spitfire 3x	Optic	3x magnification	WARDOG Lv 31
Spectr 4x	Optic	4x magnification	Assault Lv 43
Vektor Frenix-X Micro Reflex Sight	Optic	1.2x magnification · Moderate ADS speed improvements	Medic Lv 19
4x Combat Prism Scope with Reflex	Optic	4x magnification	Support Lv 21
Tricon 1.5x Compact Prism Scope	Optic	1.5x magnification	WARDOG Lv 26
OKP 7 Reflex	Optic	1.2x magnification · Moderate ADS speed improvements	Assault Lv 26

Underbarrel slot (1)

Name	Type	Effects	Unlock
PKM Bipod	Bipod	Strong ADS speed increase · Strong spread reduction	Support Lv 17

Muzzle slot (6)

Name	Type	Effects	Unlock
Deadeye Flash Hider	Muzzle	Minor flash reduction · Minor ADS speed improvements	Recon Lv 6
Constrictor Brake	Muzzle	Strong horizontal recoil reduction · Minor spread reduction	Recon Lv 34
Slotted Flash Hider	Muzzle	Moderate flash reduction · Minor ADS speed improvements	Support Lv 19
Orpheus Max Brake	Muzzle	Strong vertical recoil reduction · Moderate horizontal recoil reduction	Support Lv 45
Hexagon 762 Suppressor	Suppressor	Reduced sound profile · Strong flash reduction	Recon Lv 15
SRVV Brake	Muzzle	Moderate vertical recoil reduction · Moderate horizontal recoil reduction	Recon Lv 22

PKM ammo (7.62x54R)

Hollow point doubles damage against flesh (64.04 per chest hit); armor piercing trades damage against flesh (25.62) for more damage to body armor and vehicles.

Name	Effects	Chest dmg	Unlock
7.62x54mm Standard (FMJ)	Standard ammunition · Deals even damage to all target types	32.02	Default
7.62x54mm Flesh Damage (HP)	Increased damage against flesh. · Decreased damage against armored targets	64.04	WARDOG Lv 28
7.62x54mm Armor Piercing (AP)	Increased damage to body armor and vehicles · Decreased damage to unarmored body parts	25.62	WARDOG Lv 82

7.62x54R ammo types →

How to unlock the PKM

The PKM unlocks at level 15 on the Support track. You level Support by playing with Support gear, so run the weapons that are already unlocked on that track to reach it faster.

Support track: every unlock by level →

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PKM in patch notes

WARDOGS | Season 02 Patch Notes · 2026-10-15

PKM price & value

Calculated

You buy the PKM again every life with match cash, so its price is part of the choice. Value here means DPS per $1,000: a calculation that leaves out recoil, handling and range.

Price per life: $4,100
Class median price: $4,100
Price rank in class: 2 of 3 (1 = cheapest)
DPS per $1,000: 112.7 (value rank 2 of 3)

No cheaper Light Machine Gun delivers 85% of the PKM's measured DPS, so the extra cash buys real extra output.

Full vendor prices captured on November 3, 2026. New players pay half until WARDOG level 9 (New Recruit discount). Weapon prices & budget picks → · How to make money in WARDOGS →

PKM alternatives

Other LMGs you can run instead, with the same measured numbers.

Also chambered in 7.62x54R: SVD, Mosin Nagant, SV98

PKM overview

The PKM is a Light Machine Gun in WARDOGS chambered in 7.62x54R, weighing 7.5 kg with Semi, Full Auto fire. The PKM excels in keeping enemies suppressed thanks to its high powered rounds and slower rate of fire. In our Firing Range tests it dealt 32.02 damage per chest hit and 77.56 per headshot with FMJ, and cycled at 865 rounds per minute, which works out to 462 chest DPS. That puts it #1 of 3 LMGs on measured output (S tier). It takes 1 magazine types holding up to 100 rounds. It accepts 21 attachments: 14 optics, 1 underbarrel parts and 6 muzzle devices. Loaded with hollow point it deals 64.04 per chest hit to unarmored enemies; armor piercing drops that to 25.62 but is the round to use against armor and vehicles. You unlock it at level 15 on the Support track. Other LMGs worth comparing: Evo-3 Ultra, M249 SAW. With its largest 100-round magazine the PKM deals 3,202 damage (FMJ, chest hits) and empties it in 6.9 seconds at 865 RPM. Change the magazine, ammo and headshot share below. Our top-rated PKM build is Kobra Reflex, PKM Bipod, Hexagon 762 Suppressor. Parts are ranked on the in-game tooltip effects, and the optic is picked for the range a Light Machine Gun usually fights at. Use the planner to build for recoil, accuracy, handling or stealth instead.

PKM FAQ

Is the PKM good in WARDOGS?

Yes. On our measured numbers the PKM ranks #1 of 3 LMGs (S tier), with 32.02 damage per chest hit.

How much damage does the PKM do?

With FMJ against an unarmored target the PKM deals 32.02 damage to the chest and 77.56 to the head. Hollow point raises the chest hit to 64.04; armor piercing lowers it to 25.62 against flesh.

What is the PKM's fire rate?

We measured the PKM at about 865 rounds per minute on full auto (±5%), giving 462 chest DPS with FMJ.

How much does the PKM cost?

The PKM costs $4,100 in match cash at the Equipment Vendor, and you pay again each life you take it. New players get it for $2,050 while the New Recruit discount (-50%) lasts, up to WARDOG level 9. You also need Support Lv 15 to buy it.

Is the PKM worth the money in WARDOGS?

On measured DPS, yes: no cheaper Light Machine Gun comes within 15% of the PKM, which costs $4,100 per life. Recoil, handling and range are not part of this comparison.

How do you unlock the PKM in WARDOGS?

Reach level 15 on the Support track. The Support track levels up as you play with Support weapons and equipment.

What attachments can the PKM use?

The PKM accepts 21 attachments: 14 optics, 1 underbarrel parts (foregrips and bipods) and 6 muzzle devices including suppressors. The full list with effects and unlock levels is on this page.

What is the best PKM build?

The top-rated PKM build in our planner is Kobra Reflex, PKM Bipod, Hexagon 762 Suppressor. Parts are ranked on their in-game tooltip effects (Minor, Moderate and Strong), with the optic chosen for the usual range of a light machine gun; the planner on this page builds for recoil, accuracy, handling or stealth.

How long does the PKM take to empty a magazine?

At its measured 865 RPM the PKM empties its largest 100-round magazine in 6.9 seconds, dealing 3,202 damage with FMJ to the chest (6,404 with Hollow Point) against an unarmored target.

What ammo should I use in the PKM?

Use hollow point against infantry without armor: it doubles damage to 64.04 per chest hit. Switch to armor piercing (25.62 against flesh) when enemies wear body armor or you need to hurt vehicles. FMJ (32.02) is the even, all-round option.