
MP9: The High-Speed Swiss SMG Favored by Counter-Terrorist Forces
The MP9 is a 9mm submachine gun exclusive to Counter-Terrorists in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Counter-Strike 2. Manufactured by Switzerland-based Brügger & Thomet AG, it succeeds 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 jumping and moving accuracy
- $600 kill reward
- Low damage dropoff compared to other SMGs
Strengths:
- Superior ambush weapon
- Effective at mid-range when burst fired
- High burst damage potential
- Great mobility
- Cost-effective for anti-eco rounds
Limitations:
- High recoil pattern
- Low base damage
- Poor armor penetration
- Less effective against armored opponents
- Limited penetration power
Combat Tips:
- Ideal for ambush positions and close-quarters combat
- Aim for headshots against unarmored opponents
- Use burst-firing for mid-range engagements
- Take advantage of excellent movement accuracy
- Consider upgrading to rifles for full-buy rounds
Historical Notes:
- Developed from the Steyr TMP design
- Features include Picatinny rail, folding stock, and new safety trigger
- Unlike its predecessor (TMP), the MP9 doesn't feature a silencer
- Competes with the Terrorist-exclusive MAC-10
The MP9 serves as an economic option for Counter-Terrorists, particularly effective during force-buy and anti-eco rounds. Its combination of mobility, fire rate, and accuracy makes it a viable choice for aggressive play styles and close-quarter engagements.
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