Counter-Strike 2 Weapons Guide: Full Stats, Prices and Loadout Tips#
Every weapon in Counter-Strike 2 at a glance: prices, base stats, damage numbers and which side each gun belongs to — plus eco-round advice and the buying mistakes most players make.
Rifles#
| Weapon | Price | Damage | Magazine | Fire rate (RPM) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AK-47 | $2,700 | 36 | 30 | 600 | The Terrorist workhorse — one-shot headshots |
| M4A4 | $3,100 | 33 | 30 | 666 | The Counter-Terrorist workhorse |
| M4A1-S | $2,900 | 35 | 20 | 600 | Silenced — more accurate — smaller magazine |
| AUG | $3,300 | 28 | 30 | 666 | Scoped — CT only |
| SG 553 | $3,000 | 30 | 30 | 666 | Scoped — T only |
| Galil AR | $1,800 | 30 | 35 | 666 | Budget rifle for the T side |
| FAMAS | $2,050 | 30 | 25 | 666 | Budget rifle for the CT side |
Sniper Rifles#
| Weapon | Price | Damage | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSG 08 | $1,700 | 88 | The Scout — lightweight — fast movement speed |
SMGs#
| Weapon | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MP9 | $1,250 | CT side — high fire rate |
| MAC-10 | $1,050 | T side — accurate on the move |
| MP7 | $1,500 | Accurate — all-round |
| UMP-45 | $1,200 | High damage — cheap |
| P90 | $2,350 | 50-round magazine — the run-and-gun pick |
Pistols#
| Weapon | Price | Damage | Magazine | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glock-18 | $200 | 30 | 20 | T-side default — burst-fire mode |
| USP-S | $200 | 35 | 12 | CT-side default — silenced and precise |
| P250 | $300 | 38 | 13 | The eco-round armor breaker |
| Five-Seven | $500 | 32 | 20 | CT side — big magazine |
| Tec-9 | $500 | 32 | 18 | T side — accurate while shooting on the move |
| Desert Eagle | $700 | 63 | 7 | High risk, high reward — one-shot headshots |
| CZ75-Auto | $500 | 31 | 12 | Fully automatic — a close-range monster |
| R8 Revolver | $600 | 86 | 8 | High damage, slow fire rate |
Shotguns#
| Weapon | Price | Damage | Magazine | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nova | $1050 | Unknown | 8 | Pump-action — eco-round close combat |
| XM1014 | $2000 | Unknown | 7 | Semi-automatic — fast firing |
| MAG-7 | $1800 | Unknown | 5 | CT only — pump-action |
| Sawed-Off | $1100 | Unknown | 7 | T only — huge stopping power |
Heavy Weapons#
| Weapon | Price | Magazine | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| M249 | $5200 | 100 | Machine gun — suppressing fire |
| Negev | $1700 | 150 | Bullet-hose — viable on eco rounds |
Knives#
| Knife | Default/Price | Attack speed | Special |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default knife | Default | Fast | Different look for T/CT |
| Golden Knife | Market purchase | Fast | Collector’s item |
| Butterfly Knife | Market purchase | Fast | Unique draw animation |
Weapon Damage Comparison#
| Weapon | Headshot damage | Lethal? |
|---|---|---|
| AK-47 | 137 | Yes |
| M4A4 | 115 | Yes |
| M4A1-S | 112 | Yes |
| Desert Eagle | 172 | Yes |
| AWP | 400+ | Yes |
| SSG 08 | 172 | Yes |
| Galil AR | 93 | No |
| FAMAS | 93 | No |
| Weapon | Headshot damage | Lethal? |
|---|---|---|
| AK-47 | 111 | Yes |
| M4A4 | 92 | No |
Fire Rate Comparison#
| Weapon | Fire rate (RPM) | Traits |
|---|---|---|
| AK-47 | 600 | Moderate fire rate — highest damage |
| M4A1-S | 600 | Silenced version — more precise |
| MP9 | 1200 | CT-side SMG — very high fire rate |
| P90 | 857 | 50-round capacity — beginner friendly |
Eco Round Weapon Picks#
| Eco level | Recommended weapons | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Very low ($800-$1400) | Default pistol + no armor | $0 |
| High ($4000+) | Rifle + full kit | $3,700-$5,300 |
Grenade Prices#
| Grenade | Price | Ammo |
|---|---|---|
| Flashbang | $200 | 1 |
| Smoke Grenade | $300 | 1 |
| HE Grenade | $300 | 1 |
| Incendiary Grenade | $400 | 1 |
| Molotov | $600 | 1 |
| Decoy Grenade | $50 | 1 |
Common Weapon Buying Mistakes#
| Mistake | The truth |
|---|---|
| Expensive weapons are always better | The right gun for the situation beats the pricey one |
| You can’t frag on eco rounds | Pistols can still flip a round |
| Only ever buying AK/M4 | Different situations call for different weapons |
| Knives don’t matter | The knife is the last resort — and a $1,500 reward |
Weapon Stats Comparison#
| Weapon | Price | Damage | Fire rate | Penetration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P250 | $300 | 38 | 300 | Medium |
| AK-47 | $2,700 | 36 | 600 | High |
| M4A4 | $3,100 | 38 | 666 | High |
Common Weapon Buying Mistakes#
| Mistake | The truth |
|---|---|
| Expensive weapons are always better | The right gun for the situation beats the pricey one |
| You can’t frag on eco rounds | Pistols can still flip a round |
| Only ever buying AK/M4 | Different situations call for different weapons |
| Knives don’t matter | The knife is the last resort — and a $1,500 reward |
Weapon Buying FAQ#
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| AK-47 or M4? | AK-47 for T — M4 for CT |
| What to buy on an eco? | Pistol + no or minimal armor |
| When do SMGs make sense? | Eco rounds / fast rushes |
| When do shotguns make sense? | Tight corridors / close-quarters fights |
| How should I buy grenades? | Pick based on your economy and the tactic |
Eco Round Buys#
| Budget | Recommended weapons | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $0-500 | Pistol + no armor | Pure save round |
| $3,000+ | AK-47/M4 + full kit | Full rifle buy |
Weapon Resources#
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| Professional coaches | One-on-one coaching / team training |