Are VK 45.02 (P) Ausf. A and T26E5 the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 8 heavy tanks in World of Tanks.

VK 45.02 (P) Ausf. A vs T26E5

Q: Which is better in WoT, VK 45.02 (P) Ausf. A or T26E5?

Based on a 7-category stat comparison (HP, armor, damage, penetration, DPM, speed, camo), the VK 45.02 A wins 1 categories and the T26E5 wins 3. T26E5 has the overall stat advantage.

Both VK 45.02 (P) Ausf. A and T26E5 are tier 8 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: T26E5 wins 3 of 7 categories (VK 45.02 A: 1, tied: 3)

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Side-by-side stats

Stat	VK 45.02 (P) Ausf. A Germany	T26E5 USA	Winner
HP	1400	1160	VK 45.02 A
Hull armor	150	152.4	T26E5
Damage	—	—	Tie
Penetration	—	—	Tie
DPM	—	—	Tie
Speed	38	45	T26E5
Camo (still)	8.0%	9.8%	T26E5

What the numbers say

The VK 45.02 (P) Ausf. A has 240 more HP than the T26E5. Hull armor differs by 2.4000000000000057mm at the front (T26E5 is thicker). 0 Top speed differs by 7 km/h (T26E5 is faster). Note: the T26E5 is a premium vehicle and the VK 45.02 A is not — this affects how each is acquired and grinded.

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FAQ

Which is better in WoT, VK 45.02 (P) Ausf. A or T26E5?

By raw stats alone, the T26E5 wins 3 of 7 stat categories. The other wins 1, with 3 ties. Actual matchup performance depends on map, role, and player skill — but on paper this is the breakdown.

Are VK 45.02 A and T26E5 the same tier?

Yes, both are tier 8 heavy tanks.

What about other tier 8 heavy tanks?

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