CS-59 vs Ares MTB

Both CS-59 and Ares MTB are tier 9 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: Ares MTB wins 2 of 7 categories (CS-59: 1, tied: 4)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat CS-59
Poland
Ares MTB
USA
Winner
HP 1480 1480 Tie
Hull armor 110 88.9 CS-59
Damage Tie
Penetration Tie
DPM Tie
Speed 50 52 Ares MTB
Camo (still) 26.5% 28.4% Ares MTB

What the numbers say

The CS-59 . Hull armor differs by 21.099999999999994mm at the front (CS-59 is thicker). 0 Top speed differs by 2 km/h (Ares MTB is faster). Note: the Ares MTB is a premium vehicle and the CS-59 is not — this affects how each is acquired and grinded.

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, CS-59 or Ares MTB?

By raw stats alone, the Ares MTB 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 CS-59 and Ares MTB the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 9 medium tanks.

What about other tier 9 medium tanks?

See the full tier 9 medium tank tier list for all options at this tier.

See also