Cruiser Mk. III vs M22 Locust

Both Cruiser Mk. III and M22 Locust are tier 3 light tanks in World of Tanks. Below is a head-to-head stat comparison across HP, armor, gun performance, mobility, and concealment.

Overall stat advantage: Locust wins 4 of 7 categories (Cruiser III: 3, tied: 0)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Cruiser Mk. III
UK
M22 Locust
USA
Winner
HP 312 356 Locust
Hull armor 14 25 Locust
Damage 45 40 Cruiser III
Penetration 64 56 Cruiser III
DPM 1174 1048 Cruiser III
Speed 48 64 Locust
Camo (still) 22.7% 35.7% Locust

What the numbers say

The Cruiser Mk. III has 44 fewer HP than the Locust. Hull armor differs by 11mm at the front (Locust is thicker). The top gun on the Cruiser III deals 5 more damage per shot (45 vs 40). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the Cruiser III at 1174 (1048 for the other). Top speed differs by 16 km/h (Locust is faster). Note: the Locust is a premium vehicle and the Cruiser III is not — this affects how each is acquired and grinded.

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Cruiser Mk. III or M22 Locust?

By raw stats alone, the Locust 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 Cruiser III and Locust the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 3 light tanks.

What about other tier 3 light tanks?

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

See also