A-43 vs M4A3E8 Sherman (Story Mode)

Both A-43 and M4A3E8 Sherman (Story Mode) are tier 6 medium tanks in World of Tanks. Below is a head-to-head stat comparison across HP, armor, gun performance, mobility, and concealment.

Overall stat advantage: A-43 wins 2 of 7 categories (E8 Sherman: 1, tied: 4)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat A-43
USSR
M4A3E8 Sherman (Story Mode)
USA
Winner
HP 720 720 Tie
Hull armor 60 73.5 E8 Sherman
Damage Tie
Penetration Tie
DPM Tie
Speed 55 43 A-43
Camo (still) 27.8% 21.5% A-43

What the numbers say

The A-43 . Hull armor differs by 13.5mm at the front (E8 Sherman is thicker). 0 Top speed differs by 12 km/h (A-43 is faster).

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, A-43 or M4A3E8 Sherman (Story Mode)?

By raw stats alone, the A-43 wins 2 of 7 stat categories. The other wins 1, with 4 ties. Actual matchup performance depends on map, role, and player skill — but on paper this is the breakdown.

Are A-43 and E8 Sherman the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 6 medium tanks.

What about other tier 6 medium tanks?

See the full tier 6 medium tank tier list for all options at this tier.

See also