Heavy Tank vs ARL 44

Both Heavy Tank and ARL 44 are tier 6 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: ARL 44 wins 3 of 7 categories (Heavy Tank: 1, tied: 3)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Heavy Tank
USSR
ARL 44
France
Winner
HP 359 800 ARL 44
Hull armor 1 120 ARL 44
Damage Tie
Penetration Tie
DPM Tie
Speed 35 37 ARL 44
Camo (still) 12.5% 8.8% Heavy Tank

What the numbers say

The Heavy Tank has 441 fewer HP than the ARL 44. Hull armor differs by 119mm at the front (ARL 44 is thicker). 0 Top speed differs by 2 km/h (ARL 44 is faster).

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Heavy Tank or ARL 44?

By raw stats alone, the ARL 44 wins 3 of 7 stat categories. The other wins 1, with 3 ties. Actual matchup performance depends on map, role, and player skill — but on paper this is the breakdown.

Are Heavy Tank and ARL 44 the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 6 heavy tanks.

What about other tier 6 heavy tanks?

See the full tier 6 heavy tank tier list for all options at this tier.

See also