Pz.Kpfw. III Ausf. E vs M22 Locust

Both Pz.Kpfw. III Ausf. E and M22 Locust 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: Pz. III E wins 4 of 7 categories (Locust: 2, tied: 1)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Pz.Kpfw. III Ausf. E
Germany
M22 Locust
USA
Winner
HP 344 356 Locust
Hull armor 30 25 Pz. III E
Damage 70 40 Pz. III E
Penetration 56 56 Tie
DPM 1555 1048 Pz. III E
Speed 68 64 Pz. III E
Camo (still) 31.6% 35.7% Locust

What the numbers say

The Pz.Kpfw. III Ausf. E has 12 fewer HP than the Locust. Hull armor differs by 5mm at the front (Pz. III E is thicker). The top gun on the Pz. III E deals 30 more damage per shot (70 vs 40). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the Pz. III E at 1555 (1048 for the other). Top speed differs by 4 km/h (Pz. III E is faster). Note: the Locust is a premium vehicle and the Pz. III E is not — this affects how each is acquired and grinded.

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Pz.Kpfw. III Ausf. E or M22 Locust?

By raw stats alone, the Pz. III E wins 4 of 7 stat categories. The other wins 2, with 1 ties. Actual matchup performance depends on map, role, and player skill — but on paper this is the breakdown.

Are Pz. III E and Locust 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