The UMP-45 X-Ray Machine: A Moving X-Ray Screen

Ever wanted to carry a portable X-ray machine into battle? The UMP-45 X-Ray Machine turns that fantasy into a reality, painting security scans and透视 imagery directly onto the weapon. Think X-rays, rib cages, and — as the official description puts it — "everything else." It's like a fluorescent screen that moves with you.

Released on September 14, 2017, alongside the Spectrum 2 Weapon Case, Spectrum 2 Collection, and the "China, are you ready?" update, this skin has a clear spot in the Spectrum 2 timeline. The workshop submission by Seee, titled UMP-45 X-Ray Machine, is the origin of this custom design.

Before you pick one up on Steam or C5GAME, it pays to inspect the pattern placement and wear. Focusing on those details will save you more headaches than just chasing rarity.

Release Date

September 14, 2017. The Spectrum 2 Weapon Case and the "China, are you ready?" update dropped on the same day, so the X-Ray Machine's timeline is firmly anchored there. It's a distinct node in the Spectrum 2 collection route.

Designer

Seee. Multiple sources and search notes point to the workshop entry UMP-45 X-Ray Machine. When you inspect the rib cage and X-ray lines in-game, you're seeing the same custom design that made the jump from workshop to official release.

Which Case?

• Spectrum 2 Weapon Case
• Spectrum 2 Collection

It can come from the weapon case or belongs to the Spectrum 2 Collection. When hunting for a specific one, just include both the case name and the collection tag.

Skin Features

Display name: weapon | X-Ray Machine (Note: The official name is simply "X-Ray Machine" for the UMP-45). Custom hand-drawn style, Mythic rarity (Covert), wear range 0.0–0.55. Official description: "This weapon has been custom painted with a series of images: X-rays, a rib cage, and everything else."

<i>"Please remove all metal objects from your pockets."</i>

The black-and-white X-ray aesthetic is striking, and the subtitle reads like a security checkpoint warning. High wear will eat away at the lines and layers; low wear preserves the contrast between the rib cage and X-ray details. Market price varies with float.

What to Look For

When inspecting in-game, first lock onto the rib cage and X-ray main composition, then check if the edges are blurry or the base color is washed out. That's the most practical way to pick one within the 0.0–0.55 range. As a Mythic hand-drawn skin in Spectrum 2, it has high recognition and makes a great themed collection piece. When browsing on C5GAME or Steam Market, decide on a wear tier first, then compare prices and inspections within that tier to avoid mismatched listings. Try a few maps to see how lighting affects the hand-drawn shadows — the warm and cool contrasts differ, and that determines whether you'll enjoy it in first-person long-term.

Verdict: Should You Buy It?

If you're a fan of unique, hand-drawn skins with a sci-fi/medical twist, the UMP-45 X-Ray Machine is a solid pickup. Its Mythic rarity and distinctive look make it a standout in any Spectrum 2 collection. However, be mindful of wear: anything above Field-Tested starts to lose detail, so aim for Minimal Wear or Factory New if you want the full X-ray effect. For budget-conscious buyers, Field-Tested can still look decent if you inspect carefully. Given its relatively stable supply, prices are unlikely to spike dramatically, so buy for love, not speculation.

Expert Ramblings

Honestly, the UMP-45 doesn't get much love in the meta, but this skin makes you want to use it just for the aesthetic. The X-ray theme is executed brilliantly — it's like carrying a piece of hospital equipment into a firefight. The wear range is forgiving, but I'd still recommend going for a low-float version to keep those rib cage details crisp. If you're building a Spectrum 2 loadout, this is a no-brainer. Just don't expect it to make you a better player — it's all about the style points.