M249
Heavy machine gun with 100-round magazine. Extremely expensive and heavy. Rarely used in competitive play but fun for casual. Use the Damage Calculator to compare damage across distances, or explore recoil patterns to master spray control.
Specifications
Usage Notes
- 100-round magazine — spray forever
- Very expensive at $5200
- Slow movement speed
- Almost never used in competitive
All M249 Skins (26)
Browse all 26 M249 skins below. Use the Float Checker to inspect individual values or the Skin Compare tool to compare options side by side.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much damage does the M249 do in CS2?
The M249 deals 32 base damage per hit with 80% armor penetration. Headshot multiplier is 4x, meaning a headshot deals 128 damage before armor reduction.
How much does the M249 cost in CS2?
The M249 costs $5,200 to buy and gives a $300 kill reward. It's available to both sides players.
What is the M249 fire rate?
The M249 fires at 750 rounds per minute (RPM) with a 100-round magazine. Reload time is 5.7 seconds.
How many skins does the M249 have in CS2?
The M249 currently has 26 skins available in Counter-Strike 2, ranging across multiple rarity tiers from Consumer Grade to Covert.
Is the M249 good in CS2?
Heavy machine gun with 100-round magazine. Extremely expensive and heavy. Rarely used in competitive play but fun for casual.