StuG III Ausf. B vs M8A1

Both StuG III Ausf. B and M8A1 are tier 4 tank destroyers in World of Tanks. Below is a head-to-head stat comparison across HP, armor, gun performance, mobility, and concealment.

Overall stat advantage: StuG III B wins 4 of 7 categories (M8A1: 3, tied: 0)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat StuG III Ausf. B
Germany
M8A1
USA
Winner
HP 320 328 M8A1
Hull armor 50 28.6 StuG III B
Damage 350 110 StuG III B
Penetration 92 115 M8A1
DPM 2335 1692 StuG III B
Speed 40 58 M8A1
Camo (still) 40.6% 38.5% StuG III B

What the numbers say

The StuG III Ausf. B has 8 fewer HP than the M8A1. Hull armor differs by 21.4mm at the front (StuG III B is thicker). The top gun on the StuG III B deals 240 more damage per shot (350 vs 110). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the StuG III B at 2335 (1692 for the other). Top speed differs by 18 km/h (M8A1 is faster).

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, StuG III Ausf. B or M8A1?

By raw stats alone, the StuG III B 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 StuG III B and M8A1 the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 4 tank destroyers.

What about other tier 4 tank destroyers?

See the full tier 4 tank destroyer tier list for all options at this tier.

See also