Navy comparison: Argentina vs Australia
Argentina operates a fleet of 46 ships compared to 41 for Australia. Of these, 43 and 41 are in active service respectively. The fleet breakdown includes 2 vs 6 submarines, 3 vs 3 destroyers, 0 vs 8 frigates, 6 vs 0 corvettes, 1 vs 3 amphibious ships, 14 vs 13 patrol boats, 0 vs 4 mine warfare ships (Argentina vs Australia). Argentina's navy is officially the Argentine Navy, while Australia's is the Royal Australian Navy.
Argentine Navy 🇦🇷
| Official Name | Argentine Navy |
| Total ships | 46 as of 2025 |
| Active ships | 43 as of 2025 |
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Royal Australian Navy 🇦🇺
| Official Name | Royal Australian Navy |
| Total ships | 41 as of 2025 |
| Active ships | 41 as of 2025 |
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Argentine ships by category
| Ship category | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Submarines | 2 | |
| Aircraft carriers | 0 | |
| Destroyers | 3 | |
| Cruisers | 0 | |
| Frigates | 0 | |
| Corvettes | 6 | |
| Coastal boats | 0 | |
| Patrol boats | 14 | |
| Amphibious ships | 1 | |
| Mine Warfare ships | 0 | |
| Cargo ships | 1 | |
| Support ships | 18 | |
| Other ships | 1 | |
Australian ships by category
| Ship category | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Submarines | 6 | |
| Aircraft carriers | 0 | |
| Destroyers | 3 | |
| Cruisers | 0 | |
| Frigates | 8 | |
| Corvettes | 0 | |
| Coastal boats | 0 | |
| Patrol boats | 13 | |
| Amphibious ships | 3 | |
| Mine Warfare ships | 4 | |
| Cargo ships | 0 | |
| Support ships | 2 | |
| Other ships | 2 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Argentina or Australia?
Argentina has a larger navy with 46 ships compared to Australia's 41 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Argentina or Australia?
Australia operates more submarines with 6 compared to Argentina's 2.
Which navy has more destroyers, Argentina or Australia?
Australia operates 3 destroyers compared to Argentina's 3.
Which navy has more frigates, Argentina or Australia?
Australia operates 8 frigates compared to Argentina's 0.