TBT vs AE Phase I

Q: Which is better in WoT, TBT or AE Phase I?

Based on a 7-category stat comparison (HP, armor, damage, penetration, DPM, speed, camo), the TBT wins 4 categories and the AE Phase I wins 3. TBT has the overall stat advantage.

Q: Are TBT and AE Phase I the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 9 heavy tanks in World of Tanks.

Both TBT and AE Phase I are tier 9 heavy tanks in World of Tanks. Below is a head-to-head stat comparison across HP, armor, gun performance, mobility, and concealment.

Overall stat advantage: TBT wins 4 of 7 categories (AE Phase I: 3, tied: 0)

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Side-by-side stats

Stat	TBT Czechoslovakia	AE Phase I USA	Winner
HP	1480	1440	TBT
Hull armor	120	120.7	AE Phase I
Damage	490	400	TBT
Penetration	247	258	AE Phase I
DPM	1588	2180	AE Phase I
Speed	36	35	TBT
Camo (still)	11.9%	9.2%	TBT

What the numbers say

The TBT has 40 more HP than the AE Phase I. Hull armor differs by 0.7000000000000028mm at the front (AE Phase I is thicker). The top gun on the TBT deals 90 more damage per shot (490 vs 400). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the AE Phase I at 2180 (1588 for the other). Top speed differs by 1 km/h (TBT is faster).

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, TBT or AE Phase I?

By raw stats alone, the TBT 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 TBT and AE Phase I the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 9 heavy tanks.

What about other tier 9 heavy tanks?

See the full tier 9 heavy tank tier list for all options at this tier.