“Accurate and controllable, the German-made P2000 is a serviceable first-round pistol that works best against unarmored opponents.” ― Official description
The P2000 is one of the starting pistols for counter-terrorists in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Counter-Strike 2. Along with the USP-S, it replaces the starting K&M.45 Tactical pistol used in previous games.
Review
The P2000, developed by the renowned German firm Heckler and Koch, was intended for law enforcement and paramilitary use using 9mm, .357 SIG and .40S&W ammunition. In the game world, this model is presented in a standard 9mm caliber version.
This pistol, like the K&M .45 Tactical or USP from earlier releases in the series, serves as the main weapon for a special forces team. Unlike the USP-S, the P2000 does not come with a suppressor, and its acquisition is closed to terrorists, who can only obtain it by picking it up after destroying an enemy. USP-S is offered as an alternative in the same section of the shopping menu.
The start of the round promises the player from the SWAT team P2000 if it is the beginning of the half of the game, he was killed in the previous round or completed it without a pistol. Players can also purchase it for $200 through the menu.
Compared to the Glock-18, the standard terrorist pistol, the P2000 has superior damage and accuracy, but is inferior in magazine capacity, has higher recoil and a lower rate of fire, making it preferable for precision shooting at a distance instead of the close-quarters combat typical of the Glock.
Compared to the USP-S, the P2000 has an advantage in ammo capacity and recoil control, but loses in accuracy, making the USP-S more preferable for precision shooting. Overall, the P2000 is a decent choice for starting and secondary weapons, although it is not the best choice for economic rounds due to its reduced damage against armored enemies.
P200 in numbers
Now let's look at this pistol in facts and figures.
- Rate of fire - 352 rounds per minute
- Accurate range (meters) 22 m
- Reload time 2.2 seconds
- Magazine capacity 13
- Reserve ammo limit 52
- Running speed (hammer units per second) 240
- Kill award $300
- Penetration power 100
- Stopping power 50
- Ammunition type 9mm caliber
- Firing mode Semi-automatic
- Recoil control 19 / 26 (73%)
- Range modifier 0.91
- Other Counterpart Glock-18
- Entity weapon_hkp2000
In the world of Counter-Strike, the P2000 serves as a loyal sidekick, with the unique ability to maintain high accuracy even while on the move. This weapon opens up new tactical possibilities, allowing players to deftly move from position to position without losing control of the situation. When it comes to extended exchanges of fire, its impressive ammo capacity can be the difference between an unwanted transition to close combat.
If your head shooting is accurate and reliable, then choosing the P2000 after losing a pistol round may pleasantly surprise you. With its rapid spread reduction and guaranteed two-shot headshot kill at any range, this pistol requires maximum concentration and skill from the player.
Curious details add a special charm to the P2000. Although the in-game model is visually similar to a real-life 9x19mm weapon, in code it uses .357 SIG ammunition, similar to the P250. It is also worth noting that the 13-round magazines available in the game confirm its intended use for 9mm cartridges, which adds to the realism.
The similarity of the animations to other pistols in the game, such as the P250, Glock-18, and Five-SeveN, demonstrates the design unity, and the change in the grip logo from the HK/P2000 to the P/2000 in the game was likely done to circumvent legal restrictions.
The P2000 is a great tool for starting a match in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Counter-Strike 2, combining a balance of power, accuracy and versatility. It gives counter-terrorism fighters a reliable means of controlling the battlefield from the very beginning of the game, backed by superior performance and interesting features that make it not just a weapon, but an item with deep strategic capabilities.
