On January 8, 2015, the AK-47 | Cartel made its debut in CS2. This skin was made available through the launch of the Chroma Case, coinciding with the "Full Spectrum" update. The design was the work of community artist "Anders".
Origin
Opening a Chroma Case container will yield the AK-47 | Cartel. Additionally, it is included within the Chroma Collection.
Popularity
The AK-47 | Cartel enjoys a popularity rating of 99%, making it highly sought after at present.
Rarity
Among 322 different Rifle skins, the AK-47 | Cartel is classified as a Classified rarity. This designation renders the Cartel a rare drop, with an approximate drop probability of just 3.2%.
Availability
The AK-47 | Cartel can be found within a price spectrum of $19.82 to $39.41, which makes it a relatively inexpensive option.
Versions
Float values for the AK-47 | Cartel span from 0.00 to 0.75, allowing it to be available across all exteriors. Each exterior variant also includes a StatTrak version.
Finish Style
This particular AK-47 features a "Patina" finish, highlighted by the Cartel design. A patina results from a chemical process that creates a non-reactive, hardened layer over metal surfaces. In reality, weapon patinas may incorporate techniques like case hardening, cold bluing, and acid-forced patinas. The skin showcases a color palette of brown and gray and utilizes the older legacy model.
Community Sentiment
Receiving more than 8 votes, the AK-47 | Cartel has achieved an average score of 4.6 out of 5 stars. This skin is also currently in the possession of professional CS2 players niko, chrisj, and neo.