Cruiser Mk. IV vs M5 Stuart

Both Cruiser Mk. IV and M5 Stuart are tier 4 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: M5 Stuart wins 2 of 7 categories (Cruiser IV: 1, tied: 4)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Cruiser Mk. IV
UK
M5 Stuart
USA
Winner
HP 416 416 Tie
Hull armor 30 28.6 Cruiser IV
Damage Tie
Penetration Tie
DPM Tie
Speed 48 64.4 M5 Stuart
Camo (still) 27.0% 27.2% M5 Stuart

What the numbers say

The Cruiser Mk. IV . Hull armor differs by 1.3999999999999986mm at the front (Cruiser IV is thicker). 0 Top speed differs by 16.400000000000006 km/h (M5 Stuart is faster).

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Cruiser Mk. IV or M5 Stuart?

By raw stats alone, the M5 Stuart 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 Cruiser IV and M5 Stuart the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 4 light tanks.

What about other tier 4 light tanks?

See the full tier 4 light tank tier list for all options at this tier.

See also