Type 4 Heavy vs AE Phase I

Both Type 4 Heavy 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: AE Phase I wins 4 of 7 categories (Type 4 H: 3, tied: 0)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Type 4 Heavy
Japan		 AE Phase I
USA		 Winner
HP 1720 1440 Type 4 H
Hull armor 290 120.7 Type 4 H
Damage 600 400 Type 4 H
Penetration 257 258 AE Phase I
DPM 2106 2180 AE Phase I
Speed 25 35 AE Phase I
Camo (still) 0.3% 9.2% AE Phase I

What the numbers say

The Type 4 Heavy has 280 more HP than the AE Phase I. Hull armor differs by 169.3mm at the front (Type 4 H is thicker). The top gun on the Type 4 H deals 200 more damage per shot (600 vs 400). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the AE Phase I at 2180 (2106 for the other). Top speed differs by 10 km/h (AE Phase I is faster). Note: the AE Phase I is a premium vehicle and the Type 4 H is not — this affects how each is acquired and grinded.

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Type 4 Heavy or AE Phase I?

By raw stats alone, the AE Phase I 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 Type 4 H 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.

See also