How deep does a 7.62x39 penetrate Red Brick?

At the muzzle, a representative 7.62x39 load penetrates approximately 187 mm (7.4 inches) into red brick.

What is the impact energy of a 7.62x39?

This 7.62x39 load carries about 2045 joules (1508 ft-lb) at the muzzle.

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Will a 7.62x39 Penetrate Red Brick?

Yes — defeats a 90 mm red brick barrier

Penetration depth

187 mm (7.4″)

Impact velocity

715 m/s (2346 fps)

Muzzle energy

2045 J (1508 ft-lb)

Bullet behaviour

Intact

Fired at the muzzle, a representative 7.62x39 load (8 g, FMJ, 715 m/s) reaches roughly 187 mm (7.4 inches) into red brick. That is enough to defeat a typical barrier of this material — treat anything behind it as exposed.

About Red Brick

A single wythe of red brick (~90 mm) is typical of older exterior walls.

7.62x39 against other materials

Material	Depth (mm)	Depth (in)
Concrete	137 mm	5.4″
Tempered Glass	29 mm	1.1″
Steel A36	13 mm	0.5″
Steel AR500	4 mm	0.2″
Aluminum 6061	25 mm	1.0″

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Will a 7.62x39 Penetrate Red Brick?

About Red Brick

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