SCAR-20 Skins
31 skinsThe SCAR-20 is the CT-side automatic sniper rifle, the mirror of the Terrorist G3SG1. It costs $5,000 in-game, fires full-auto through a scope, and deals heavy damage that can drop an unarmored target in one body shot at most ranges. A steep accuracy penalty while moving and the high buy price keep it off most competitive buys, so it shows up mainly in eco experiments, casual play and deathmatch.































Role and why skins stay cheap
The SCAR-20 is a scoped full-auto rifle for the CT side. Held still it is extremely punishing — high per-shot damage with rapid follow-ups — but the inaccuracy bloom when you move or fire fast, plus the $5,000 cost, make it a niche pick versus the AWP or an AK/M4. Low in-game usage feeds straight into the skin market: autosniper finishes have little aspirational pull, so even Covert-tier SCAR-20 skins trade for a fraction of comparable rifle or AWP skins. For collectors that is the appeal, since you can grab a clean factory-quality finish without the price premium an AK or M4 commands.
Notable finishes
The most recognized SCAR-20 skin is Cardiac, a teal-and-grey design that became the go-to for players who wanted a clean look on the gun. Cyrex carries the same orange-on-white robotic theme seen across the Cyrex family. Bloodsport applies the bold red-and-white racing graphics of the Bloodhound Collection, and Crimson Web offers the classic red spiderweb pattern where high-tier web placement (a dense web on the body) drives value on the open market. Brass is a budget metallic option, and Emerald brings a deep green finish to the lineup. Across these, the SCAR-20 reads as a value pick rather than a status piece.
Float behaviour and StatTrak
Float matters less on the SCAR-20 than on hero rifles because demand is so light, but wear still moves price within a skin. Solid-color and metallic finishes show wear scratches on edges as float climbs, while pattern-heavy skins like Crimson Web hide it better. The autosniper is one of the best homes for StatTrak: its high fire rate and damage rack up kills fast in deathmatch and casual, so a StatTrak SCAR-20 fills its counter quickly. StatTrak versions still trade cheaply here, so they are an accessible way to own a kill-tracking piece.
Price tiers
Entry-level SCAR-20 finishes (Carbon Fiber, Sand Mesh, Storm, Grotto, Brass) sit at the bottom of the market and are essentially pocket-change buys in well-worn exteriors. Mid-tier options include Cyrex, Splash Jam and Emerald. Top of the range are the Covert and pattern skins like Cardiac, Bloodsport and Crimson Web, which still stay affordable compared to mainstream rifle Coverts. Expect wider bid-ask spreads and slower fills than on popular weapons — list patiently or buy when something is already priced to move.
Frequently asked questions
What is the SCAR-20 in CS2?
It is the Counter-Terrorist automatic sniper rifle, the CT counterpart to the Terrorist-side G3SG1. It costs $5,000, fires full-auto through a scope and deals high damage, but a strong movement-inaccuracy penalty limits its competitive use.
Why are SCAR-20 skins so cheap?
Autosnipers see little use in serious play, so demand for their finishes is low. That pushes prices down across every rarity, making even Covert SCAR-20 skins inexpensive relative to popular rifles and the AWP.
What is the best-known SCAR-20 skin?
Cardiac, with its teal-and-grey design, is the most recognizable. Bloodsport, Cyrex and Crimson Web are other standout finishes on the gun.
Is StatTrak worth it on the SCAR-20?
It is a strong fit. The gun's high fire rate and damage rack up kills quickly in casual and deathmatch, and StatTrak SCAR-20 skins still trade cheaply, so it is an affordable kill-tracking inventory piece.
Does float matter on SCAR-20 skins?
It affects price within a skin, but less than on hero rifles because overall demand is light. Edge wear is most visible on solid-color and metallic finishes, while patterned skins like Crimson Web mask it better.
How is the SCAR-20 different from the G3SG1?
They are functionally the same class of weapon on opposite sides — SCAR-20 for CTs, G3SG1 for Ts. Their skin markets are similarly low-demand and budget-friendly.
Because demand for autosniper finishes is thin, SCAR-20 skins are among the cheapest in CS2 across every rarity, which makes the gun a low-cost way to own a Covert or a StatTrak inventory piece. The catch is liquidity: many finishes sit unsold for a while because few players actively shop for them. Below is what the SCAR-20 lineup actually offers, the standout finishes, and how float and StatTrak affect price here.
Prices range from $0.0030 (SCAR-20 (Contractor)) to $86.61 (SCAR-20 (Brass)). Compare markets to find the best place to buy or sell.
Updated: June 26, 2026