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Army comparison: Flag of Australia Australia vs Flag of Canada Canada

Force Profile
Australia Canada
Total vehicles 2,676 (2026) 1,690 (2026)
On order +386 +360
Vehicle Categories Radar Comparison

Vehicles by Category

🇦🇺 Australiaas of 2026
  • Main Battle Tank 46
  • Armored Personnel Carrier 1,194
  • Light Armoured Vehicle 1,380
  • Towed Artillery 48
  • Multiple Launch Rocket System 8
🇨🇦 Canadaas of 2026
  • Main Battle Tank 74
  • Infantry Fighting Vehicle 616
  • Armored Personnel Carrier 290
  • Light Armoured Vehicle 556
  • Towed Artillery 154

Overview

Australia operates 2,676 active military vehicles vs 1,690 for Canada.

The breakdown includes 46 vs 74 tanks, 0 vs 616 infantry fighting vehicles, 1,194 vs 290 armored personnel carriers, 48 vs 154 towed artillery, 8 vs 0 rocket launchers (Australia vs Canada).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has more armored vehicles, Australia or Canada?
Australia has a larger ground force with 2,676 vehicles compared to Canada's 1,690 vehicles.
Which country has more tanks, Australia or Canada?
Canada operates more main battle tanks with 74 compared to Australia's 46.
Which army has more infantry fighting vehicles, Australia or Canada?
Canada has 616 infantry fighting vehicles compared to Australia's 0.
Which country has more armored personnel carriers, Australia or Canada?
Australia operates 1,194 APCs compared to Canada's 290.
Which country has more artillery systems, Australia or Canada?
Canada fields 154 artillery systems (self-propelled, towed, and MLRS) compared to Australia's 56.
How do the Australia and Canada armies compare in size?
Australia's army is 1.6 times larger than Canada's in terms of total vehicles (2,676 vs 1,690).