Army comparison: 
Switzerland vs 
Germany
Force Profile
| Switzerland | Germany | |
|---|---|---|
| Total vehicles | 1,713 (2026) | 4,166 (2026) |
| In storage | 71 | — |
| On order | +95 | +1,012 |
Vehicle Categories Radar Comparison
Vehicles by Category
🇨🇭 Switzerlandas of 2026
🇩🇪 Germanyas of 2026
Overview
Germany's army fields 4,166 active vehicles — 2.4:1 Switzerland's 1,713. Additionally, Switzerland has 71 and Germany has 0 vehicles in storage.
The breakdown includes 134 vs 296 tanks, 186 vs 699 infantry fighting vehicles, 978 vs 1,465 armored personnel carriers, 133 vs 134 self-propelled artillery, 0 vs 33 rocket launchers (Switzerland vs Germany).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more armored vehicles, Switzerland or Germany?
Germany has a larger ground force with 4,166 vehicles compared to Switzerland's 1,713 vehicles.
Which country has more tanks, Switzerland or Germany?
Germany operates more main battle tanks with 296 compared to Switzerland's 134.
Which army has more infantry fighting vehicles, Switzerland or Germany?
Germany has 699 infantry fighting vehicles compared to Switzerland's 186.
Which country has more armored personnel carriers, Switzerland or Germany?
Germany operates 1,465 APCs compared to Switzerland's 978.
Which country has more artillery systems, Switzerland or Germany?
Germany fields 167 artillery systems (self-propelled, towed, and MLRS) compared to Switzerland's 133.
How do the Switzerland and Germany armies compare in size?
Germany's army is 2.4 times larger than Switzerland's in terms of total vehicles (4,166 vs 1,713).