The Kuda in Call of Duty: Black Ops III is a submachine gun known for its balanced design and steady performance. It serves as a reliable entry weapon for both new and experienced players, appearing across Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies modes. This guide covers its specifications, strengths, attachments, and role in each game mode.
Origins and Design
The Kuda is a South African submachine gun produced in the mid-21st century. In Black Ops III, it fires 5.58x33mm rounds and weighs 2.6 kilograms with a 200mm barrel. Measuring 594.4mm in length, it is compact, lightweight, and easy to handle. The weapon’s name has an interesting detail: Kuda means “horse” in Indonesian.
The Kuda in Campaign
In the Black Ops III campaign, the Kuda is the first SMG given to the player in the mission Black Ops. It comes with a pre-unlocked optic and several attachments, making it versatile early in the story.
Enemies can also carry the weapon, and players with the Copycat Tactical Rig can pick it up. This design choice ensures the Kuda stays accessible during the campaign, making it a practical starting gun.
The Kuda in Multiplayer
Performance
In Multiplayer, the Kuda is the first submachine gun available. It has a fast rate of fire and stable accuracy, with mostly low recoil compared to other SMGs. This makes it effective at short to medium range.
Its damage profile is balanced. The Kuda kills in three shots at very close range (within three meters). At medium range, it shifts to four shots, which is strong for a submachine gun, extending up to 25 meters. At longer distances, however, it becomes less reliable due to its stability drop-off.
Best Attachments
The Kuda supports a wide range of attachments. Some of the most useful include:
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Quickdraw for faster aiming down sights.
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Stock for improved strafing while shooting.
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Laser Sight for better hip-fire accuracy.
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Long Barrel for extended range.
Extended Mags increase the magazine size from 30 to 42 rounds, while Fast Mags reduce reload time. Used together, these help the Kuda stay active in longer gunfights.
Other attachments such as Grip, Suppressor, FMJ, and Rapid Fire add situational benefits but are less essential. The Kuda’s naturally low recoil means Grip is rarely needed, while the Suppressor reduces its strength at medium range.
Optics
Players can swap out the base iron sights for optics like Reflex or ELO, which improve clarity at short range. Medium-range optics such as Recon or Varix 3 can help but come with trade-offs, making the gun less effective up close. The BOA 3 provides a hybrid experience with recoil reduction, but it is a less common choice.
The Kuda in Zombies
The Kuda is also available as a wall weapon in Zombies. It costs 1250 points and appears across multiple maps, including Shadows of Evil, The Giant, Der Eisendrache, Zetsubou No Shima, Gorod Krovi, and Revelations. It also returns in Zombies Chronicles maps like Nacht der Untoten, Shi No Numa, and Kino der Toten.
The Kuda performs well in early rounds, especially below round 15. Its damage, cost, and availability make it a safe investment for survival. However, it struggles in higher rounds due to its limited magazine size and ammo reserves.
When Pack-a-Punched, the Kuda becomes the Crocuta. This upgraded version offers a larger 50-round magazine, higher damage, improved reserve ammo, and Full Metal Jacket rounds. The Crocuta keeps its automatic fire rate but adds enough power to extend its usefulness into later stages.
Notable Trivia
The Kuda has several unique details that make it stand out in Black Ops III:
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The rear sight displays the word “BLAK.”
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Its Laser Sight attachment shows dual emitters, but only the right side fires a visible beam.
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A QR code appears on the bottom of the Extended Magazines attachment.
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The Pack-a-Punched name Crocuta refers to the hyena genus, fitting its aggressive design.
Final Takeaway
The Kuda in Call of Duty is a balanced submachine gun that serves players well across different game modes. Its versatility makes it a strong choice in the campaign, an accessible first SMG in multiplayer, and a reliable wall-buy in Zombies. With the right attachments or its Pack-a-Punched form, it can remain useful well beyond the early game.
Players who prefer consistency and control will find the Kuda to be one of the most dependable weapons in Black Ops III.
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