King Cobra vs Black Mamba
Who would win?
King Cobra toss-up
| King Cobra | Black Mamba | |
|---|---|---|
| 55.7 | Power index | 54.7 |
| B | Tier | B |
| #72 | Rank | #81 |
| 8 kg | Weight | 1.6 kg |
| 3.6 m | Length | 2.5 m |
| — | Height | — |
| — | Top speed | 19 km/h |
| — | Bite force | — |
| 20 years | Lifespan | 11 years |
King Cobra wins this matchup 52% of the time in the Animal Battle Stats model (toss-up). It leads in 3 of 6 battle stats, with the biggest swing coming from defense (25 vs 18). Its power index is 55.7 against 54.7 for the Black Mamba.
Size matters here: a typical adult King Cobra weighs about 8 kg (18 lb), roughly 5.0× the Black Mamba's 1.6 kg.
The Black Mamba's best chance is its attack (66 vs 59), plus abilities like Neural Lockout and Rapid Repeat Strike. This one is close enough that terrain, first contact and motivation could flip it.
Who would win, King Cobra or Black Mamba?
King Cobra. King Cobra wins this matchup 52% of the time in the Animal Battle Stats model (toss-up). It leads in 3 of 6 battle stats, with the biggest swing coming from defense (25 vs 18). Its power index is 55.7 against 54.7 for the Black Mamba.
Which is bigger, the King Cobra or the Black Mamba?
The King Cobra (8 kg) is heavier than the Black Mamba (1.6 kg).
Which is faster?
No reliable top speed exists for both, but the Black Mamba is more agile (81 vs 76).
Odds come from the Animal Battle Stats model: six researched ratings, weighted, compared head to head. How it works