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KV Broadside vs MX Guardian

Warzone — Shotgun vs Shotgun · Side-by-side stats, TTK & damage profiles

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At a Glance

Close TTK

KV BroadsideWINMX Guardian—

Long TTK

KV BroadsideTIEMX GuardianTIE

ADS Speed

KV BroadsideWINMX Guardian—

Bullet Vel.

KV BroadsideTIEMX GuardianTIE

Reload

KV BroadsideWINMX Guardian—

Stat Overview

KV BroadsideMX Guardian

Stat Breakdown

KV BroadsideKV Broadside
MX GuardianMX Guardian
214
RPM
429
330
ADS (ms)
350
210
Sprint-to-Fire
210
320
Bullet Vel m/s
320
8
Mag Size
15
2.8
Reload (s)
3

Indigo bar = KV Broadside · Teal bar = MX Guardian · Green number = better stat

Stat Comparison

KV BroadsideKV Broadside
Stat
MX GuardianMX Guardian
214RPM429
330ADS (ms)350
210msSprint-to-Fire210ms
320 m/sBullet Vel.320 m/s
8Mag Size15
—Vert. Recoil—
2.8Reload (s)3

Green = better stat for that weapon.

TTK Comparison at 150 HP (chest shots)

KV BroadsideRangeMX Guardian
1121ms0–2.9m1259ms
1402ms2.9–3.5m1259ms
2243ms3.5–8.4m1399ms
2804ms8.4–25.7m1538ms
—25.7m+1678ms
—22m+—

Green = faster TTK. Assumes all shots connect.

TTK Comparison

When comparing the KV Broadside vs MX Guardian in Warzone, TTK is often the deciding factor. At close range, the KV Broadside has the faster time-to-kill (1121ms vs 1259ms). Across all ranges TTK remains competitive between the two.

Handling and Mobility

Handling is where the KV Broadside and MX Guardian often diverge most. The KV Broadside has a faster ADS time at 330ms compared to 350ms for the MX Guardian, giving it a reaction speed edge in gun fights. The KV Broadside also reloads faster, which matters in sustained fights.

Range and Bullet Velocity

Bullet velocity directly impacts how much lead you need to apply at range. Both weapons have similar bullet velocities (320 m/s vs 320 m/s), so neither has a clear edge at distance.

Magazine and Reload

Magazine size affects how long you can stay in a fight without reloading. The MX Guardian carries 15 rounds by default versus 8 for the KV Broadside. That extra capacity suits more suppressive or squad-wiping roles. Extended mag attachments are available for both and are typically recommended in any meta build.

Choose KV Broadside if…

  • ✓You need faster close-range TTK (1121ms vs 1259ms)
  • ✓Faster ADS speed matters (330ms vs 350ms)

Choose MX Guardian if…

  • ✓Larger magazine (15 vs 8 rounds) suits suppressive play

Which Weapon Should You Use?

The KV Broadside vs MX Guardian comparison comes down to playstyle. Overall the KV Broadside edges ahead in more categories — particularly TTK and handling — making it the safer all-round pick for most players. The MX Guardian remains competitive but is better suited to a specific playstyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the KV Broadside or MX Guardian better in Warzone?

The KV Broadside vs MX Guardian comparison comes down to playstyle. Overall the KV Broadside edges ahead in more categories — particularly TTK and handling — making it the safer all-round pick for most players. The MX Guardian remains competitive but is better suited to a specific playstyle.

What is the TTK of the KV Broadside vs MX Guardian?

At close range, the KV Broadside TTK is 1121ms and the MX Guardian TTK is 1259ms (150 HP, chest shots). The KV Broadside is faster.

Which has better ADS speed — KV Broadside or MX Guardian?

The KV Broadside is faster at 330ms ADS.

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