STSG 553 | Dragon TechBattle-Scarred$0.68The SG 553 | Dragon Tech is a Restricted-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Dragon Tech finish on the SG 553. With a Restricted rarity classification, it has approximately a ~3.2% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The SG 553 | Dragon Tech can be unboxed from the Recoil Case. It belongs to the Recoil Collection.
Price and Market Trends: The SG 553 | Dragon Tech (Battle-Scarred) has a median market price of approximately $0.68, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The price has remained stable with minimal movement over the past 7 and 30 days, indicating balanced supply and demand. Across wear conditions, prices range from $0.47 (Battle-Scarred) to $3.18 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The SG 553 | Dragon Tech has a community rating of 3.5 out of 5 based on 449 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among SG 553 skins.
StatTrak Available: A StatTrak version of the SG 553 | Dragon Tech exists, featuring an on-weapon kill counter that tracks confirmed eliminations. StatTrak variants are rarer (approximately 10% of case drops) and typically trade at a 1.5x to 3x premium over standard versions. Learn more about skin terminology.
The StatTrak™ SG 553 | Dragon Tech (Battle-Scarred) shows a Slightly bearish trend. -1.4% (30d).
Trades in the budget range.
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
Factory New (FN) SG 553 | Dragon Tech skins have float values between 0.00-0.07, showing minimal to no visible wear. Minimal Wear (MW) floats range from 0.07-0.15, with slight scratches or fading. The price gap between FN and MW varies by finish — some designs like the Dragon Tech pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
Yes, the SG 553 | Dragon Tech is an excellent budget-friendly choice. Priced affordably, it offers the Dragon Tech aesthetic without breaking the bank. Budget skins like this are ideal for players building their first inventory or those who prefer spending on multiple skins rather than one expensive item. The lower price point also means less financial risk if you decide to trade or sell later.
Prices for the SG 553 | Dragon Tech vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Recoil Case or purchased directly from third-party marketplaces. The Steam Community Market charges 15% fees, while third-party markets like Skinport, DMarket, and Buff163 offer lower prices with 2-10% fees. Compare real-time prices in the market comparison table above to find the best deal.
StatTrak is a special variant that includes a digital kill counter displayed on the weapon, tracking your confirmed kills in official matches. StatTrak versions of the SG 553 | Dragon Tech are rarer than standard versions (approximately 10% of case drops are StatTrak) and typically cost 1.5x to 3x more. The kill counter adds personalization value as it records your gameplay history with this specific weapon. Note that StatTrak counts reset if you trade the skin.
Yes, all weapon skins including the SG 553 | Dragon Tech are purely cosmetic and can be used in all CS2 game modes including competitive matchmaking, Premier, and professional tournaments. Skins provide no gameplay advantages or disadvantages - they only change the weapon's visual appearance. Many professional players use skins during official matches, and you'll often see high-value items like this featured in tournament broadcasts.
The SG 553 | Dragon Tech has remained relatively stable in price recently, with less than 5% movement over the past 7 and 30 days. Stable pricing suggests balanced supply and demand. This can be a good sign for investors looking for low-volatility items, and for buyers it means you're unlikely to overpay. Check the price chart above for longer-term trends.
The SG 553 | Dragon Tech is part of the The Recoil Collection. It can be obtained by opening the Recoil Case. All skins from the same collection share a rarity hierarchy, which affects trade-up contract possibilities and overall value.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 15+ marketplaces, SkinSwap currently has the lowest price for the SG 553 | Dragon Tech at $0.59. However, prices change frequently as sellers list and buyers purchase. We recommend checking the marketplace comparison table above for the most current prices, and remember to factor in each marketplace's fees when comparing total costs.
