Rheinmetall Panzerwagen vs XM551 Sheridan

Both Rheinmetall Panzerwagen and XM551 Sheridan are tier 10 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: Rhm. Pzw. wins 3 of 7 categories (Sheridan: 1, tied: 3)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Rheinmetall Panzerwagen
Germany
XM551 Sheridan
USA
Winner
HP 1440 1480 Sheridan
Hull armor 30 14.3 Rhm. Pzw.
Damage Tie
Penetration Tie
DPM Tie
Speed 75 65 Rhm. Pzw.
Camo (still) 27.6% 25.4% Rhm. Pzw.

What the numbers say

The Rheinmetall Panzerwagen has 40 fewer HP than the Sheridan. Hull armor differs by 15.7mm at the front (Rhm. Pzw. is thicker). 0 Top speed differs by 10 km/h (Rhm. Pzw. is faster).

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Rheinmetall Panzerwagen or XM551 Sheridan?

By raw stats alone, the Rhm. Pzw. 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 Rhm. Pzw. and Sheridan the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 10 light tanks.

What about other tier 10 light tanks?

See the full tier 10 light tank tier list for all options at this tier.

See also