Type 98 Ke-Ni Otsu vs M3 Stuart

Both Type 98 Ke-Ni Otsu and M3 Stuart are tier 3 light tanks in World of Tanks. Below is a head-to-head stat comparison across HP, armor, gun performance, mobility, and concealment.

Overall stat advantage: Ke-Ni Otsu wins 4 of 7 categories (M3 Stuart: 3, tied: 0)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Type 98 Ke-Ni Otsu
Japan
M3 Stuart
USA
Winner
HP 372 352 Ke-Ni Otsu
Hull armor 16 38.1 M3 Stuart
Damage 45 40 Ke-Ni Otsu
Penetration 49 62 M3 Stuart
DPM 1286 1200 Ke-Ni Otsu
Speed 50 61 M3 Stuart
Camo (still) 34.4% 26.7% Ke-Ni Otsu

What the numbers say

The Type 98 Ke-Ni Otsu has 20 more HP than the M3 Stuart. Hull armor differs by 22.1mm at the front (M3 Stuart is thicker). The top gun on the Ke-Ni Otsu deals 5 more damage per shot (45 vs 40). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the Ke-Ni Otsu at 1286 (1200 for the other). Top speed differs by 11 km/h (M3 Stuart is faster). Note: the Ke-Ni Otsu is a premium vehicle and the M3 Stuart is not — this affects how each is acquired and grinded.

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Type 98 Ke-Ni Otsu or M3 Stuart?

By raw stats alone, the Ke-Ni Otsu 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 Ke-Ni Otsu and M3 Stuart the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 3 light tanks.

What about other tier 3 light tanks?

See the full tier 3 light tank tier list for all options at this tier.

See also