Navy comparison: 
Argentina vs 
Ecuador
Argentina operates a fleet of 44 ships compared to 48 for Ecuador. Of these, 42 and 46 are in active service respectively.
SEAS (Sea Equipment Aggregate Strength) Index face-off Full ranking →
ArgentinaWorld #46
16.4
SEAS Index / 100
Argentina leads overall, ahead on 3 of 7 categories
EcuadorWorld #49
16.1
Argentina
Ecuador
Bars: weighted contribution to the SEAS Index (hulls × category weight) · figures: active hulls at each side's latest inventory year · Methodology
Key figures as of 2026
| Argentina | Ecuador | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Argentine Navy | Ecuadorian Navy | |
| Total ships | 44 | 48 | 🇪🇨 1.1× |
| Active ships | 42 | 46 | 🇪🇨 1.1× |
| On order / planned | 0 | 2 | 🇪🇨 |
| Submarines | 0 | 2 | 🇪🇨 |
| Principal surface combatants | 3 | 2 | 🇦🇷 1.5× |
| Amphibious ships | 1 | 0 | 🇦🇷 |
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| Corvettes | 6 | 6 | — |
| Patrol boats | 14 | 13 | 🇦🇷 1.1× |
| Coastal boats | 0 | 3 | 🇪🇨 |
| Auxiliaries | 18 | 20 | 🇪🇨 1.1× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Argentina or Ecuador?
Ecuador has a larger navy with 48 ships compared to Argentina's 44 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Argentina or Ecuador?
Ecuador operates more submarines with 2 compared to Argentina's 2.
Which navy has more destroyers, Argentina or Ecuador?
Argentina operates 3 destroyers compared to Ecuador's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, Argentina or Ecuador?
Ecuador operates 2 frigates compared to Argentina's 0.