Guard VK 45.02 (P) vs AE Phase I

Both Guard VK 45.02 (P) and AE Phase I are tier 9 heavy tanks in World of Tanks. Below is a head-to-head stat comparison across HP, armor, gun performance, mobility, and concealment.

Overall stat advantage: AE Phase I wins 5 of 7 categories (Guard VK 45.02 (P): 2, tied: 0)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Guard VK 45.02 (P)
Germany
AE Phase I
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Winner
HP 880 1440 AE Phase I
Hull armor 200 120.7 Guard VK 45.02 (P)
Damage 280 400 AE Phase I
Penetration 225 258 AE Phase I
DPM 2400 2180 Guard VK 45.02 (P)
Speed 30 35 AE Phase I
Camo (still) 8.8% 9.2% AE Phase I

What the numbers say

The Guard VK 45.02 (P) has 560 fewer HP than the AE Phase I. Hull armor differs by 79.3mm at the front (Guard VK 45.02 (P) is thicker). The top gun on the AE Phase I deals 120 more damage per shot (400 vs 280). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the Guard VK 45.02 (P) at 2400 (2180 for the other). Top speed differs by 5 km/h (AE Phase I is faster). Note: the AE Phase I is a premium vehicle and the Guard VK 45.02 (P) is not — this affects how each is acquired and grinded.

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Guard VK 45.02 (P) or AE Phase I?

By raw stats alone, the AE Phase I wins 5 of 7 stat categories. The other wins 2, with 0 ties. Actual matchup performance depends on map, role, and player skill — but on paper this is the breakdown.

Are Guard VK 45.02 (P) and AE Phase I the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 9 heavy tanks.

What about other tier 9 heavy tanks?

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

See also