L6/40 vs T2 Light Tank

Both L6/40 and T2 Light Tank are tier 2 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: L6/40 wins 5 of 7 categories (T2 Light: 2, tied: 0)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat L6/40
Italy
T2 Light Tank
USA
Winner
HP 272 240 L6/40
Hull armor 30 17 L6/40
Damage 40 12 L6/40
Penetration 39 30 L6/40
DPM 960 1192 T2 Light
Speed 42.3 72 T2 Light
Camo (still) 26.9% 26.3% L6/40

What the numbers say

The L6/40 has 32 more HP than the T2 Light. Hull armor differs by 13mm at the front (L6/40 is thicker). The top gun on the L6/40 deals 28 more damage per shot (40 vs 12). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the T2 Light at 1192 (960 for the other). Top speed differs by 29.700000000000003 km/h (T2 Light is faster). Note: the T2 Light is a premium vehicle and the L6/40 is not — this affects how each is acquired and grinded.

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, L6/40 or T2 Light Tank?

By raw stats alone, the L6/40 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 L6/40 and T2 Light the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 2 light tanks.

What about other tier 2 light tanks?

See the full tier 2 light tank tier list for all options at this tier.

See also