Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. F2 vs M4A1 Sherman

Both Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. F2 and M4A1 Sherman 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: M4 Sherman wins 4 of 7 categories (Pz. IV F2: 3, tied: 0)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. F2
Germany
M4A1 Sherman
USA
Winner
HP 576 520 Pz. IV F2
Hull armor 50 50.8 M4 Sherman
Damage 110 410 M4 Sherman
Penetration 110 53 Pz. IV F2
DPM 1834 2735 M4 Sherman
Speed 40 48 M4 Sherman
Camo (still) 25.8% 22.6% Pz. IV F2

What the numbers say

The Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. F2 has 56 more HP than the M4 Sherman. Hull armor differs by 0.7999999999999972mm at the front (M4 Sherman is thicker). The top gun on the M4 Sherman deals 300 more damage per shot (410 vs 110). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the M4 Sherman at 2735 (1834 for the other). Top speed differs by 8 km/h (M4 Sherman is faster). Note: the Pz. IV F2 is a premium vehicle and the M4 Sherman is not — this affects how each is acquired and grinded.

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. F2 or M4A1 Sherman?

By raw stats alone, the M4 Sherman 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 Pz. IV F2 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