Type 5 Heavy vs M-V-Y

Both Type 5 Heavy and M-V-Y are tier 10 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: M-V-Y wins 4 of 7 categories (Type 5 H: 3, tied: 0)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Type 5 Heavy
Japan
M-V-Y
USA
Winner
HP 2320 1760 Type 5 H
Hull armor 310 177.8 Type 5 H
Damage 700 440 Type 5 H
Penetration 257 260 M-V-Y
DPM 2247 2490 M-V-Y
Speed 25 40 M-V-Y
Camo (still) 0.3% 6.9% M-V-Y

What the numbers say

The Type 5 Heavy has 560 more HP than the M-V-Y. Hull armor differs by 132.2mm at the front (Type 5 H is thicker). The top gun on the Type 5 H deals 260 more damage per shot (700 vs 440). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the M-V-Y at 2490 (2247 for the other). Top speed differs by 15 km/h (M-V-Y is faster).

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Type 5 Heavy or M-V-Y?

By raw stats alone, the M-V-Y 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 5 H and M-V-Y the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 10 heavy tanks.

What about other tier 10 heavy tanks?

See the full tier 10 heavy tank tier list for all options at this tier.

See also