762×25

The 7.62×25mm Tokarev cartridge is a rimless pistol cartridge widely used in Soviet and Eastern Bloc firearms. It was developed in the early 1930s by a team led by Fedor Tokarev, primarily for use in his TT-33 pistol. The cartridge is based on the German 7.63×25mm Mauser round, but with a slightly shorter case and a modified bullet profile.

This cartridge has a relatively high muzzle velocity and good penetration for its class, making it effective for its intended military and police roles. It was famously chambered in the TT-33 pistol, which became a ubiquitous sidearm for Soviet and allied forces. Beyond the TT-33, the 7.62×25mm was also used in submachine guns such as the PPSh-41, PPS-42, and PPS-43, which saw extensive service during World War II and subsequent conflicts.

The 7.62×25mm Tokarev is known for its simplicity and effectiveness. While its use has declined in many countries with the adoption of more modern handgun cartridges, it remains a historically significant and relatively common round, particularly in regions where Soviet-era firearms are still in circulation. Ammunition is available in various loadings, including full metal jacket (FMJ) for military and law enforcement applications, as well as some tracer and hollow-point variants.