Are Kpz. 3 GST Turm and TS-5 the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 8 tank destroyers in World of Tanks.

Kpz. 3 GST Turm vs TS-5

Q: Which is better in WoT, Kpz. 3 GST Turm or TS-5?

Based on a 7-category stat comparison (HP, armor, damage, penetration, DPM, speed, camo), the GST Turm wins 2 categories and the TS-5 wins 2. Neither has the overall stat advantage.

Both Kpz. 3 GST Turm and TS-5 are tier 8 tank destroyers in World of Tanks. Below is a head-to-head stat comparison across HP, armor, gun performance, mobility, and concealment.

Overall stat advantage: Tied 2-2 across 7 categories.

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Side-by-side stats

Stat	Kpz. 3 GST Turm Germany	TS-5 USA	Winner
HP	1040	1200	TS-5
Hull armor	180	260	TS-5
Damage	—	—	Tie
Penetration	—	—	Tie
DPM	—	—	Tie
Speed	38	26	GST Turm
Camo (still)	30.8%	26.8%	GST Turm

What the numbers say

The Kpz. 3 GST Turm has 160 fewer HP than the TS-5. Hull armor differs by 80mm at the front (TS-5 is thicker). 0 Top speed differs by 12 km/h (GST Turm is faster).

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Kpz. 3 GST Turm or TS-5?

By raw stats alone, the two tanks are evenly matched. Actual matchup performance depends on map, role, and player skill — but on paper this is the breakdown.

Are GST Turm and TS-5 the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 8 tank destroyers.

What about other tier 8 tank destroyers?

See the full tier 8 tank destroyer tier list for all options at this tier.