VK 36.01 (H) vs ARL 44

Both VK 36.01 (H) and ARL 44 are tier 6 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: VK 36.01 H wins 5 of 7 categories (ARL 44: 2, tied: 0)
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Side-by-side stats

Stat VK 36.01 (H)
Germany
ARL 44
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Winner
HP 1000 800 VK 36.01 H
Hull armor 100 120 ARL 44
Damage 220 240 ARL 44
Penetration 145 135 VK 36.01 H
DPM 1914 1800 VK 36.01 H
Speed 50.5 37 VK 36.01 H
Camo (still) 13.1% 8.8% VK 36.01 H

What the numbers say

The VK 36.01 (H) has 200 more HP than the ARL 44. Hull armor differs by 20mm at the front (ARL 44 is thicker). The top gun on the ARL 44 deals 20 more damage per shot (240 vs 220). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the VK 36.01 H at 1914 (1800 for the other). Top speed differs by 13.5 km/h (VK 36.01 H is faster).

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, VK 36.01 (H) or ARL 44?

By raw stats alone, the VK 36.01 H 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 VK 36.01 H and ARL 44 the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 6 heavy tanks.

What about other tier 6 heavy tanks?

See the full tier 6 heavy tank tier list for all options at this tier.

See also