Re: US Sherman Tank
I consider the PIIIL/60, 75mm Sherman and T34/76 (except the earliest versions with the short gun) to be in the same category with respect to combat capabilities and the PIV-Long, 76mm Sherman and T34/85 in another.
The StugIII is a bit better still in direct confrontations with these other tanks but is more limited in general use, especially against infantry. If you're looking for a weapon for tank vs tank use against shermans and/or T34's though it's probably the best pick (I too find Panthers a bit on the expensive side considering the overkill).
Another interesting AFV to use against 75mm Shermans is the Italian SMV42. They are closely matched and I've fought quite a few battles this way (from the Italian side).
Narwan
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