Type 1 Ho-Ni II vs M8A1

Both Type 1 Ho-Ni II and M8A1 are tier 4 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: M8A1 wins 3 of 7 categories (Ho-Ni II: 1, tied: 3)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Type 1 Ho-Ni II
Japan
M8A1
USA
Winner
HP 332 328 Ho-Ni II
Hull armor 25 28.6 M8A1
Damage Tie
Penetration Tie
DPM Tie
Speed 38 58 M8A1
Camo (still) 32.5% 38.5% M8A1

What the numbers say

The Type 1 Ho-Ni II has 4 more HP than the M8A1. Hull armor differs by 3.6000000000000014mm at the front (M8A1 is thicker). 0 Top speed differs by 20 km/h (M8A1 is faster). Note: the Ho-Ni II is a premium vehicle and the M8A1 is not — this affects how each is acquired and grinded.

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Type 1 Ho-Ni II or M8A1?

By raw stats alone, the M8A1 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 Ho-Ni II and M8A1 the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 4 tank destroyers.

What about other tier 4 tank destroyers?

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

See also