7N6 Bullet Worse than poison

Published on February 7, 2026
Duration: 1:04

This video from Civilian Tactical provides a detailed look at the terminal ballistics of the 7N6 5.45x39mm round, often nicknamed the 'poison bullet'. Through controlled testing with ballistic gelatin, the host demonstrates how the unique design of the 7N6 round causes it to tumble rapidly upon impact, leading to a significant energy dump and a much larger wound cavity compared to standard 5.45x39mm ammunition. The expert-level demonstration highlights the effectiveness of this military surplus round.

Quick Summary

The 7N6 5.45x39mm round, nicknamed the 'poison bullet', exhibits superior terminal ballistics due to its design, which induces rapid tumbling upon impact. This causes a high energy dump and significant yaw, creating a much larger and more devastating wound cavity compared to standard 5.45x39mm ammunition, as demonstrated in ballistic gelatin tests.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to 7N6 Poison Bullet
  2. 00:14Comparative Ballistics Test
  3. 00:25Standard 5.45x39mm Test
  4. 00:367N6 Gelatin Performance
  5. 00:47Wound Cavity Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the 7N6 5.45x39mm round a 'poison bullet'?

The 7N6 round is nicknamed the 'poison bullet' due to its terminal ballistics. Its design causes it to tumble rapidly upon impact, dumping energy quickly and creating a significantly larger wound cavity than standard ammunition.

How does the 7N6 round perform in ballistic gelatin compared to standard 5.45x39mm?

In ballistic gelatin, the 7N6 round tumbles almost immediately, creating a massive, irregular wound channel. A standard 5.45x39mm round passes through with minimal deviation, leaving a small, linear wound channel.

What is the primary terminal effect of the 7N6 round?

The primary terminal effect of the 7N6 round is rapid tumbling upon impact, induced by an air pocket in its nose. This causes a high energy dump and significant yaw, leading to extensive tissue damage.

What firearm is typically associated with the 5.45x39mm caliber and the 7N6 round?

The 5.45x39mm caliber, including the 7N6 round, is most famously associated with the AK-74 rifle and its variants. The video shows testing using an AK-74 platform.

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