T-34-85 Rudy vs M4A3E8 Sherman

Both T-34-85 Rudy and M4A3E8 Sherman are tier 6 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: Rudy U.S.S.R. wins 4 of 7 categories (E8 Sherman: 3, tied: 0)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat T-34-85 Rudy
USSR
M4A3E8 Sherman
USA
Winner
HP 648 800 E8 Sherman
Hull armor 45 63.5 E8 Sherman
Damage 180 115 Rudy U.S.S.R.
Penetration 144 128 Rudy U.S.S.R.
DPM 1800 1971 E8 Sherman
Speed 54 48 Rudy U.S.S.R.
Camo (still) 24.5% 21.5% Rudy U.S.S.R.

What the numbers say

The T-34-85 Rudy has 152 fewer HP than the E8 Sherman. Hull armor differs by 18.5mm at the front (E8 Sherman is thicker). The top gun on the Rudy U.S.S.R. deals 65 more damage per shot (180 vs 115). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the E8 Sherman at 1971 (1800 for the other). Top speed differs by 6 km/h (Rudy U.S.S.R. is faster). Note: the Rudy U.S.S.R. is a premium vehicle and the E8 Sherman is not — this affects how each is acquired and grinded.

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, T-34-85 Rudy or M4A3E8 Sherman?

By raw stats alone, the Rudy U.S.S.R. 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 Rudy U.S.S.R. and E8 Sherman the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 6 medium tanks.

What about other tier 6 medium tanks?

See the full tier 6 medium tank tier list for all options at this tier.

See also