HK-model Gladiator Droid has developed a predatory nature similar to those often associated with assassin droids. As a result, HK-model Gladiator Droid will often approach a situation with the mind set of a hunter, and convey their findings as such. This can be disconcerting to others who are unaccustomed to HK-model Gladiator Droid.

HK-model Gladiator Droid has been equipped with small rocket boosters proportionate to its size, allowing this HK-model Gladiator Droid to fly in sustained flight up to 5-meters in height and requires 2 minutes in cooldown between bursts to prevent overheating.

A set of modular weapon mounts has been welded to the chassis of HK-model Gladiator Droid, allowing this HK-model Gladiator Droid to equip weapons the size of an average blaster rifle or small sword directly to the chassis.

An experimental automated repair system has been installed on this HK-model Gladiator Droid, giving it an ability to perform or assist in the performance of self-diagnosis and self-repair of its mechanical systems. This system slows the droid while it assesses any necessary repairs when dealing with heavy damage, and can perform very basic tasks or actions while assessing necessary repairs.