K-2 vs T26E5

Q: Which is better in WoT, K-2 or T26E5?

Based on a 7-category stat comparison (HP, armor, damage, penetration, DPM, speed, camo), the K-2 wins 4 categories and the T26E5 wins 3. K-2 has the overall stat advantage.

Q: Are K-2 and T26E5 the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 8 heavy tanks in World of Tanks.

Both K-2 and T26E5 are tier 8 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: K-2 wins 4 of 7 categories (T26E5: 3, tied: 0)

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Side-by-side stats

Stat	K-2 USSR	T26E5 USA	Winner
HP	1320	1160	K-2
Hull armor	160	152.4	K-2
Damage	390	240	K-2
Penetration	203	230	T26E5
DPM	1560	1999	T26E5
Speed	30	45	T26E5
Camo (still)	12.1%	9.8%	K-2

What the numbers say

The K-2 has 160 more HP than the T26E5. Hull armor differs by 7.599999999999994mm at the front (K-2 is thicker). The top gun on the K-2 deals 150 more damage per shot (390 vs 240). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the T26E5 at 1999 (1560 for the other). Top speed differs by 15 km/h (T26E5 is faster).

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, K-2 or T26E5?

By raw stats alone, the K-2 wins 4 of 7 stat categories. The other wins 3, with 0 ties. Actual matchup performance depends on map, role, and player skill — but on paper this is the breakdown.

Are K-2 and T26E5 the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 8 heavy tanks.

What about other tier 8 heavy tanks?

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