LT vz. 38 vs M3 Stuart

Both LT vz. 38 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: LT vz. 38 wins 4 of 7 categories (M3 Stuart: 3, tied: 0)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat LT vz. 38
Czechoslovakia
M3 Stuart
USA
Winner
HP 336 352 M3 Stuart
Hull armor 25 38.1 M3 Stuart
Damage 45 40 LT vz. 38
Penetration 71 62 LT vz. 38
DPM 1286 1200 LT vz. 38
Speed 45 61 M3 Stuart
Camo (still) 31.9% 26.7% LT vz. 38

What the numbers say

The LT vz. 38 has 16 fewer HP than the M3 Stuart. Hull armor differs by 13.100000000000001mm at the front (M3 Stuart is thicker). The top gun on the LT vz. 38 deals 5 more damage per shot (45 vs 40). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the LT vz. 38 at 1286 (1200 for the other). Top speed differs by 16 km/h (M3 Stuart is faster).

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, LT vz. 38 or M3 Stuart?

By raw stats alone, the LT vz. 38 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 LT vz. 38 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