diff --git a/code/modules/projectiles/ammo_datums.dm b/code/modules/projectiles/ammo_datums.dm
index d8b158485501..8032bc41ff6b 100644
--- a/code/modules/projectiles/ammo_datums.dm
+++ b/code/modules/projectiles/ammo_datums.dm
@@ -382,7 +382,7 @@
 	headshot_state = HEADSHOT_OVERLAY_MEDIUM
 	accuracy = -HIT_ACCURACY_TIER_3
 	accuracy_var_low = PROJECTILE_VARIANCE_TIER_6
-	damage = 55
+	damage = 65
 	penetration= ARMOR_PENETRATION_TIER_3
 	shrapnel_chance = SHRAPNEL_CHANCE_TIER_2