Type 59 vs T25 Pilot Number 1

Both Type 59 and T25 Pilot Number 1 are tier 8 medium tanks in World of Tanks. Below is a head-to-head stat comparison across HP, armor, gun performance, mobility, and concealment.

Overall stat advantage: Type 59 wins 5 of 7 categories (T25 Pilot 1: 2, tied: 0)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat Type 59
China
T25 Pilot Number 1
USA
Winner
HP 1040 1160 T25 Pilot 1
Hull armor 100 76.2 Type 59
Damage 250 240 Type 59
Penetration 185 208 T25 Pilot 1
DPM 1898 1846 Type 59
Speed 60 55 Type 59
Camo (still) 27.5% 23.7% Type 59

What the numbers say

The Type 59 has 120 fewer HP than the T25 Pilot 1. Hull armor differs by 23.799999999999997mm at the front (Type 59 is thicker). The top gun on the Type 59 deals 10 more damage per shot (250 vs 240). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the Type 59 at 1898 (1846 for the other). Top speed differs by 5 km/h (Type 59 is faster).

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, Type 59 or T25 Pilot Number 1?

By raw stats alone, the Type 59 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 Type 59 and T25 Pilot 1 the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 8 medium tanks.

What about other tier 8 medium tanks?

See the full tier 8 medium tank tier list for all options at this tier.

See also