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South Korea operates 13,232 active military vehicles vs 16,935 for Russia. Additionally, South Korea has 3,400 and Russia has 8,360 vehicles in storage.

Force Profile
South Korea Russia
Total vehicles 13,232 (2026) 16,935 (2026)
In storage 3,400 8,360
On order +720 +50
Vehicle Categories Radar Comparison

Vehicles by Category

🇰🇷 South Koreaas of 2026
  • Main Battle Tank 1,814
  • Infantry Fighting Vehicle 536
  • Armored Personnel Carrier 3,127
  • Light Armoured Vehicle 2,010
  • Self-Propelled Artillery 2,480
  • Towed Artillery 2,800
  • Multiple Launch Rocket System 465
🇷🇺 Russiaas of 2026
  • Main Battle Tank 3,460
  • Infantry Fighting Vehicle 1,950
  • Armored Personnel Carrier 4,869
  • Light Armoured Vehicle 3,045
  • Self-Propelled Artillery 1,742
  • Towed Artillery 670
  • Multiple Launch Rocket System 1,199
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has more armored vehicles, South Korea or Russia?
Russia has a larger ground force with 16,935 vehicles compared to South Korea's 13,232 vehicles.
Which country has more tanks, South Korea or Russia?
Russia operates more main battle tanks with 3,460 compared to South Korea's 1,814.
Which army has more infantry fighting vehicles, South Korea or Russia?
Russia has 1,950 infantry fighting vehicles compared to South Korea's 536.
Which country has more armored personnel carriers, South Korea or Russia?
Russia operates 4,869 APCs compared to South Korea's 3,127.
Which country has more artillery systems, South Korea or Russia?
South Korea fields 5,745 artillery systems (self-propelled, towed, and MLRS) compared to Russia's 3,611.