Navy comparison:
United Arab Emirates vs
Turkey
United Arab Emirates operates 62 warships compared to 106 for Turkey. Counting auxiliaries, reserve and non-commissioned hulls, the fleets number 83 and 197.
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Turkey leads on 7 of 8 categories
United Arab Emirates
Turkey
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 | Turkey | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | United Arab Emirates Navy | Turkish Navy | |
| Total ships | 83 | 197 | 🇹🇷 2.4× |
| Active ships | 83 | 197 | 🇹🇷 2.4× |
| On order / planned | 4 | 23 | 🇹🇷 5.8× |
| Submarines | 0 | 14 | 🇹🇷 |
| Principal surface combatants | 0 | 16 | 🇹🇷 |
| Amphibious ships | 10 | 6 | 🇦🇪 1.7× |
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| Corvettes | 11 | 9 | 🇦🇪 1.2× |
| Patrol boats | 31 | 24 | 🇦🇪 1.3× |
| Mine warfare | 2 | 11 | 🇹🇷 5.5× |
| Coastal boats | 8 | 17 | 🇹🇷 2.1× |
| Auxiliaries | 21 | 91 | 🇹🇷 4.3× |
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 Turkey?
Turkey has a larger navy with 106 warships in service compared to United Arab Emirates's 62.
Which navy has more submarines, United Arab Emirates or Turkey?
Turkey operates more submarines with 14 compared to United Arab Emirates's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, United Arab Emirates or Turkey?
Turkey operates 16 frigates compared to United Arab Emirates's 0.
How do the United Arab Emirates and Turkey navies compare in size?
Turkey's navy is 1.7 times larger than United Arab Emirates's in terms of total ships (106 vs 62).