Type 3 Chi-Nu Kai vs M4A1 Sherman

Both Type 3 Chi-Nu Kai and M4A1 Sherman are tier 5 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: M4 Sherman wins 3 of 7 categories (Chi-Nu Kai: 1, tied: 3)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Type 3 Chi-Nu Kai
Japan
M4A1 Sherman
USA
Winner
HP 504 520 M4 Sherman
Hull armor 50 50.8 M4 Sherman
Damage Tie
Penetration Tie
DPM Tie
Speed 38.8 48 M4 Sherman
Camo (still) 24.3% 22.6% Chi-Nu Kai

What the numbers say

The Type 3 Chi-Nu Kai has 16 fewer HP than the M4 Sherman. Hull armor differs by 0.7999999999999972mm at the front (M4 Sherman is thicker). 0 Top speed differs by 9.200000000000003 km/h (M4 Sherman is faster). Note: the Chi-Nu Kai is a premium vehicle and the M4 Sherman is not — this affects how each is acquired and grinded.

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Type 3 Chi-Nu Kai or M4A1 Sherman?

By raw stats alone, the M4 Sherman wins 3 of 7 stat categories. The other wins 1, with 3 ties. Actual matchup performance depends on map, role, and player skill — but on paper this is the breakdown.

Are Chi-Nu Kai and M4 Sherman the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 5 medium tanks.

What about other tier 5 medium tanks?

See the full tier 5 medium tank tier list for all options at this tier.

See also