VK 45.02 (P) Ausf. A vs T26E5

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 4 of 7 categories (VK 45.02 A: 3, tied: 0)
Need WoT gold or a premium account?

Save up to 40% on premium currency, game time, and bundles via verified key marketplaces.

Browse WoT gold & key deals →

Affiliate link — we may earn commission from purchases

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 320 240 VK 45.02 A
Penetration 212 230 T26E5
DPM 2182 1999 VK 45.02 A
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). The top gun on the VK 45.02 A deals 80 more damage per shot (320 vs 240). Maximum theoretical DPM favors the VK 45.02 A at 2182 (1999 for the other). 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.

Get T26E5 as a bundle

T26E5 is a premium tank. Find current discounts via the official shop or verified resellers.

Find T26E5 deals on Kinguin →

Affiliate links — we may earn commission from purchases

FAQ

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

By raw stats alone, the T26E5 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 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.

See also