P.43 vs M4A1 Sherman (Story Mode)

Both P.43 and M4A1 Sherman (Story Mode) are tier 5 medium tanks in World of Tanks. Below is a head-to-head stat comparison across HP, armor, gun performance, mobility, and concealment.

Overall stat advantage: P.43 wins 3 of 7 categories (M4 Sherman: 1, tied: 3)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat P.43
Italy
M4A1 Sherman (Story Mode)
USA
Winner
HP 528 480 P.43
Hull armor 80 50.8 P.43
Damage Tie
Penetration Tie
DPM Tie
Speed 42 48 M4 Sherman
Camo (still) 24.6% 22.6% P.43

What the numbers say

The P.43 has 48 more HP than the M4 Sherman. Hull armor differs by 29.200000000000003mm at the front (P.43 is thicker). 0 Top speed differs by 6 km/h (M4 Sherman is faster).

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, P.43 or M4A1 Sherman (Story Mode)?

By raw stats alone, the P.43 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 P.43 and M4 Sherman the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 5 medium tanks.

What about other tier 5 medium tanks?

See the full tier 5 medium tank tier list for all options at this tier.

See also