The PP-19 is one of the most iconic and recognizable SMGs in video games, and after three and a half seasons, it's finally made its way back to Battlefield 6 as a very interesting gun. Well-rounded and snappy, this weapon can be equipped with a massive 53-round magazine. But PP-19 in BF6 doesn't come without its drawbacks, and while it can definitely work under the right conditions, it can feel pretty frustrating when you're in the wrong place at the wrong time when using this gun.
Battlefield 6: Best DMR, Ranked
DMRs are great for sneaky players in Battlefield 6 who want to hit enemies from far away or from where they least expect it.
What does the PP-19 do well in Battlefield 6?
- DMG: 25 (at ~8 meters); 12.5 (>75 m)
- RPM: 720 (0.250 optimal TTK at ~8m)
- Muzzle velocity: 468 m/s
Damage, rate of fire, and muzzle velocity are the three stats that many players look at first when choosing a gun BF6, and as for the PP-19, it's perfectly in the middle of the SMG class. It's not as quick to kill as many other weapons in its class, but it's not as unwieldy as some either, especially at mid-range thanks to its low recoil, consistent rate of fire, and access to the Cryo Barrel mount, which helps mitigate precision bloom.
Even without attachments, The PP-19 does well in gunfights between the 20 and 40 meter marks. Sure, its bullets won't hit as hard as Assault Rifles or Carbines from that distance, but given how steady the weapon is when firing, it's not that hard to hit someone with a lethal burst from that far away, especially compared to many other non-SMGs in the arsenal.
Personally, I'm a fan of the 720 RPM guns i Battlefield 6. The M277 is my favorite gun in the game, and the B36A4 comes very close to it. As expected, the PP-19 manages to hit the same sweet spot as the previous two guns in terms of range effectiveness, and the 53-round magazine this SMG has access to only makes it all the more appealing.
What makes PP-19 bad in BF6?
The thing about 720 RPM guns is that they are almost always on the slower side of the TTK spectrum, and the PP-19 is no exception. If we're going to talk about raw DPS numbers, then the PP-19 is pretty much destined to lose in a direct firefight against anything that hits harder or shoots faster than it.
The more I used PP-19, the more its cracks began to show. It can absolutely tear people apart when used correctly, but in most situations you'll have a hard time believing you're not getting run over.
- The PP-19 is among the slowest killing pistols in the entire game. At close range you will lose to many popular weapons such as the NVO, M4A1 and SG553R. This makes storm-prone areas with PP-19 feel very unsafe.
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In the middle class, where the PP-19 should thrive, it comes in the shadow of the likes of the PW5A3 and SGX. Both of these guns have minimal recoil, and when equipped with extended barrels, can outperform the PP-19 at both close and medium range.
Basically, because PP-19 in BF6 is the very definition of a mid gun, it's going to take a beating from more specialized guns, and when you have choices like the SGX and PW5A3 that are mathematically superior to the PP-19, it's hard to justify choosing this gun over those if you want to be more competitive.
It's also worth noting that the PP-19 only has access to the CQB Suppressor, which costs 30 points.
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Recommended PP-19 Built in BF6
I have two PP-19 setups that I want to share, and I think these really highlight what this gun is capable of. First, here's a classic PP-19 Bizon build that's all about hitting devastating flanks and tearing the enemy backline to shreds:
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Muzzle |
Flash Comp |
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Barrel |
Cryo Barrel |
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Journal |
53-round magazine |
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Sights |
Personal preference |
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Ammunition |
Impact |
Go with the 20 point Flash Comp if you want a little better recoil control. If you'd rather have better accuracy when moving, switch to the 10-point Flash Hider and equip a Violet Laser.
The Cryo Barrel in BF6 is one of the better barrel mounts in the game. Not only does it give you a faster ADS rate, but it also gives you the same precision-under-fire benefits as the Heavy Barrel. I chose this over the Extended Barrel to give the PP-19 the ability to just flush down a whole line of enemies in one long burst without having to worry much about accuracy.
Speaking of lines of enemies, penetration ammunition will make it easier to deal with established targets. This reduces the damage penalty for shots that hit multiple targets, so you should be able to take down multiple enemies faster using this.
CQB Duelist Setup
This construction is the exact opposite of the one above. Instead of flanking the enemy team, this one excels in one-on-one battles at close range. Yes, the PP-19's damage profile is terrible for CQB, but it has an ace up its sleeve, and that is movement speed.
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Muzzle |
Flash Comp |
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Barrel |
Cryo Barrel/Light Barrel |
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Laser |
10-point violet laser |
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Light |
10-point flashlight |
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Journal |
Fast newspaper in 20 rounds |
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Sights |
Iron Sights |
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Ammunition |
Basic |
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Ergonomics |
Stomach Catch |
The 20-round Fast Magazine attachment for the PP-19 gives this weapon a 1.0x movement speed multiplier while aiming down, meaning you're basically moves like you weren't ADS-ing at alland as far as I know, this is the only weapon in the BF6 which has this property. This build allows you to trap enemies with your speed, and even more so if you can shine a bright flashlight on their face.
Speed heavy builds like this are best used on maps with very tight spacessuch as the Village in Railway to Golmud or the entire Empire State. However, you need to focus on using movement to your advantage. If you want to try this build, I recommend using it with the Breacher Training Path for the Assault class, as it has a perk that reduces the movement speed penalty you take when firing weapons.
- Released
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10 October 2025
- ESRB
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Mature 17+ / Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language, In-App Purchases, User Interaction
- Developer
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Battlefield Studios
