Rheinmetall Begleitwagen vs M2 Medium Tank

Both Rheinmetall Begleitwagen and M2 Medium Tank are tier 3 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: B.W.(Rh) wins 4 of 7 categories (M2 Medium: 3, tied: 0)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Rheinmetall Begleitwagen
Germany
M2 Medium Tank
USA
Winner
HP 480 300 B.W.(Rh)
Hull armor 30 32 M2 Medium
Damage 85 40 B.W.(Rh)
Penetration 47 48 M2 Medium
DPM 1500 960 B.W.(Rh)
Speed 32 43 M2 Medium
Camo (still) 28.3% 19.5% B.W.(Rh)

What the numbers say

The Rheinmetall Begleitwagen has 180 more HP than the M2 Medium. Hull armor differs by 2mm at the front (M2 Medium is thicker). The top gun on the B.W.(Rh) deals 45 more damage per shot (85 vs 40). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the B.W.(Rh) at 1500 (960 for the other). Top speed differs by 11 km/h (M2 Medium is faster). Note: the B.W.(Rh) is a premium vehicle and the M2 Medium is not — this affects how each is acquired and grinded.

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Rheinmetall Begleitwagen or M2 Medium Tank?

By raw stats alone, the B.W.(Rh) wins 4 of 7 stat categories. The other wins 3, with 0 ties. Actual matchup performance depends on map, role, and player skill — but on paper this is the breakdown.

Are B.W.(Rh) and M2 Medium the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 3 medium tanks.

What about other tier 3 medium tanks?

See the full tier 3 medium tank tier list for all options at this tier.

See also