MP9: The Swiss-Made SMG Favored by Counter-Terrorist Forces
The MP9 is a Counter-Terrorist exclusive submachine gun in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Counter-Strike 2, manufactured by Switzerland-based Brügger & Thomet AG. It serves as the successor to the Schmidt Machine Pistol from previous Counter-Strike games.
MP9 submachine gun inventory view
Key Features:
- High rate of fire
- Fast movement speed
- Quick reload time (2.1 seconds, fastest in game)
- Excellent accuracy while moving and jumping
- $600 kill reward
- 9mm ammunition
- Counter-Terrorist exclusive (Terrorist counterpart: MAC-10)
Strengths:
- Superior jumping accuracy (highest among SMGs)
- Low damage dropoff compared to other SMGs
- Exceptional burst damage
- Great for anti-eco rounds
- Effective for ambush tactics
- Strong mid-range performance when burst-fired
Weaknesses:
- High recoil pattern
- Low base damage
- Limited armor penetration
- Not ideal against armored opponents
- Less effective at long range
Best Use Cases:
- Anti-eco rounds
- Force buy situations
- Close to medium-range combat
- Running and gunning
- Ambush positions
- Economy management rounds
The MP9's combination of mobility, fire rate, and accuracy while moving makes it a popular choice for aggressive CT-side play, particularly during economic management rounds. While it may not match rifles in direct firefights, its cost-effectiveness and kill reward make it a valuable addition to the Counter-Terrorist arsenal.
