Navy comparison: 
United Arab Emirates vs 
Iraq
United Arab Emirates operates a fleet of 87 ships compared to 62 for Iraq. Of these, 83 and 62 are in active service respectively.
SEAS (Sea Equipment Aggregate Strength) Index face-off Full ranking →
United Arab EmiratesWorld #40
12.1
SEAS Index / 100
United Arab Emirates leads on 4 of 4 categories
IraqWorld #75
3.7
United Arab Emirates
Iraq
Bars: weighted contribution to the SEAS Index (hulls × category weight × size, era and propulsion factors, minor vessels capped at 30 % of the combatant points; the air-wing, sustainment, armament and availability multipliers apply on top) · figures: active hulls at each side's latest inventory year · Methodology
Key figures as of 2026
| United Arab Emirates | Iraq | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | United Arab Emirates Navy | Iraqi Navy | |
| Total ships | 87 | 62 | 🇦🇪 1.4× |
| Active ships | 83 | 62 | 🇦🇪 1.3× |
| On order / planned | 4 | 0 | 🇦🇪 |
| Submarines | 0 | 0 | — |
| Principal surface combatants | 0 | 0 | — |
| Amphibious ships | 10 | 0 | 🇦🇪 |
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| Corvettes | 11 | 1 | 🇦🇪 11× |
| Patrol boats | 39 | 58 | 🇮🇶 1.5× |
| Mine warfare | 2 | 0 | 🇦🇪 |
| Auxiliaries | 21 | 3 | 🇦🇪 7.0× |
Backbone classes one per tier held
🇦🇪 United Arab EmiratesBaynunah-class ×6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, United Arab Emirates or Iraq?
United Arab Emirates has a larger navy with 87 ships compared to Iraq's 62 ships.