Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. A vs M2 Medium Tank

Both Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. A and M2 Medium Tank are tier 3 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: Tied 2-2 across 7 categories.
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. A
Germany
M2 Medium Tank
USA
Winner
HP 384 300 Pz. IV A
Hull armor 14.5 32 M2 Medium
Damage Tie
Penetration Tie
DPM Tie
Speed 42 43 M2 Medium
Camo (still) 25.5% 19.5% Pz. IV A

What the numbers say

The Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. A has 84 more HP than the M2 Medium. Hull armor differs by 17.5mm at the front (M2 Medium is thicker). 0 Top speed differs by 1 km/h (M2 Medium is faster).

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. A or M2 Medium Tank?

By raw stats alone, the two tanks are evenly matched. Actual matchup performance depends on map, role, and player skill — but on paper this is the breakdown.

Are Pz. IV A and M2 Medium the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 3 medium tanks.

What about other tier 3 medium tanks?

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

See also