UMP-45

The UMP-45 is a submachine gun available to both teams in Counter-Strike 2. It bridges the gap between SMGs and rifles, offering the highest base damage of any SMG with respectable armor penetration at a budget-friendly price.

Overview

At $1,200, the UMP-45 is an affordable weapon that offers rifle-like damage characteristics in an SMG package. Its 35 base damage and 65% armor penetration make it the hardest-hitting SMG, capable of dealing meaningful damage even against armored opponents. However, it trades fire rate and mobility for this power, making it slower than other SMGs.

The UMP-45 occupies a unique niche as a budget rifle substitute on force-buy rounds, where its performance against armored opponents exceeds that of other SMGs.

Weapon Statistics

Statistic	Value
Price	$1,200
Team	Both
Base Damage	35
Fire Rate	666 RPM
Armor Penetration	65%
Magazine Size	25 / 100
Reload Time	3.5 seconds
Movement Speed	230 units/s
Kill Reward	$600

Usage Tips

• The UMP-45 has the highest base damage of any SMG, making it effective against armored opponents at close-medium range.
• The $600 kill reward makes it economically profitable, similar to other SMGs.
• Unlike the MAC-10 and MP9, the UMP-45 is viable at medium range due to its higher damage per shot.
• The slower fire rate compared to other SMGs means you must be more precise with your aim.
• Consider the UMP-45 as a budget rifle on force-buy rounds when you cannot afford an AK-47 or M4A1-S.
• Burst fire at medium range for best accuracy. The UMP-45 rewards controlled shooting over spraying.
• The weapon has significant damage falloff at longer ranges, so avoid long-distance engagements.

Competitive Meta

The UMP-45 saw heavy use in previous Counter-Strike metas when its armor penetration was even higher. While it has been balanced over time, it remains a solid force-buy option for both teams, particularly when the economy does not allow for a full rifle purchase but players want something more capable than a pistol.