AK-47
The AK-47 (officially the CV-47 in earlier Counter-Strike titles) is a powerful assault rifle exclusive to the Terrorist side in Counter-Strike 2. Renowned for its one-shot headshot capability against helmeted opponents, the AK-47 is widely considered the most iconic weapon in the franchise and a cornerstone of the Terrorist arsenal.
Overview
The AK-47 is the standard rifle for Terrorists in competitive play. Priced at $2,700, it is the cheapest rifle capable of killing a fully armored opponent with a single headshot. This makes it a high-value purchase and the default choice on full-buy rounds. Its combination of power, versatility, and affordability cements its position as one of the best weapons in the game.
The weapon excels at medium range, where its first-shot accuracy can be leveraged effectively. However, its recoil pattern is more aggressive than its CT counterparts (the M4A4 and M4A1-S), demanding strong spray control from the user.
Weapon Statistics
\! Statistic \!\! Value| Price | $2,700 |
| Team | Terrorists |
| Base Damage | 36 |
| Fire Rate | 600 RPM |
| Armor Penetration | 77.5% |
| Magazine Size | 30 / 90 |
| Reload Time | 2.5 seconds |
| Movement Speed | 215 units/s |
| Kill Reward | $300 |
| Headshot Multiplier | 4x |
Usage Tips
- The AK-47 can one-shot headshot helmeted opponents, making it one of the most lethal weapons in the game at any range.
- Master the first 10 bullets of the spray pattern — the initial pull-down is crucial for consistent kills.
- Burst firing (2-3 shots) is effective at long range where full sprays become inaccurate.
- Counter-strafing is essential when using the AK-47 to ensure first-shot accuracy. See Movement Mechanics for more details.
- On eco rounds, picking up a dropped AK-47 as a CT is extremely valuable since CTs do not have access to a rifle with one-shot headshot capability at its price range.
- The AK-47 rewards $300 per kill, making it the standard kill reward for rifles.
Competitive Meta
In professional play, the AK-47 is the default T-side rifle. Players typically purchase the AK-47 on every full-buy round. Its one-tap potential makes it deadly in the hands of skilled aimers, and its spray pattern, while challenging, is one of the most studied and practiced in the game.
The AK-47 is also one of the most sought-after weapons on CT side when dropped by eliminated Terrorists, as it offers superior damage output compared to the M4A4 and M4A1-S.