Are T-45 and M2 Light the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 2 light tanks in World of Tanks.

T-45 vs M2 Light

Q: Which is better in WoT, T-45 or M2 Light?

Based on a 7-category stat comparison (HP, armor, damage, penetration, DPM, speed, camo), the T-45 wins 2 categories and the M2 wins 5. M2 has the overall stat advantage.

Both T-45 and M2 Light are tier 2 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: M2 wins 5 of 7 categories (T-45: 2, tied: 0)

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Side-by-side stats

Stat	T-45 USSR	M2 Light USA	Winner
HP	224	256	M2
Hull armor	25	38.1	M2
Damage	47	40	T-45
Penetration	51	55	M2
DPM	783	1143	M2
Speed	41	58	M2
Camo (still)	29.6%	26.2%	T-45

What the numbers say

The T-45 has 32 fewer HP than the M2. Hull armor differs by 13.100000000000001mm at the front (M2 is thicker). The top gun on the T-45 deals 7 more damage per shot (47 vs 40). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the M2 at 1143 (783 for the other). Top speed differs by 17 km/h (M2 is faster). Note: the T-45 is a premium vehicle and the M2 is not — this affects how each is acquired and grinded.

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, T-45 or M2 Light?

By raw stats alone, the M2 wins 5 of 7 stat categories. The other wins 2, with 0 ties. Actual matchup performance depends on map, role, and player skill — but on paper this is the breakdown.

Are T-45 and M2 the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 2 light tanks.

What about other tier 2 light tanks?

See the full tier 2 light tank tier list for all options at this tier.