Navy comparison: Argentina vs United Kingdom
Argentina operates a fleet of 46 ships compared to 80 for United Kingdom. Of these, 43 and 63 are in active service respectively. The fleet breakdown includes 2 vs 9 submarines, 0 vs 2 aircraft carriers, 3 vs 6 destroyers, 0 vs 8 frigates, 6 vs 0 corvettes, 1 vs 0 amphibious ships, 14 vs 26 patrol boats, 0 vs 18 mine warfare ships (Argentina vs United Kingdom). Argentina's navy is officially the Argentine Navy, while United Kingdom's is the Royal Navy.
Argentine Navy 🇦🇷
| Official Name | Argentine Navy |
| Total ships | 46 as of 2025 |
| Active ships | 43 as of 2025 |
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Royal Navy 🇬🇧
| Official Name | Royal Navy |
| Total ships | 80 as of 2025 |
| Active ships | 63 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 | |
British ships by category
| Ship category | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Submarines | 9 | |
| Aircraft carriers | 2 | |
| Destroyers | 6 | |
| Cruisers | 0 | |
| Frigates | 8 | |
| Corvettes | 0 | |
| Coastal boats | 0 | |
| Patrol boats | 26 | |
| Amphibious ships | 0 | |
| Mine Warfare ships | 18 | |
| Cargo ships | 0 | |
| Support ships | 7 | |
| Other ships | 4 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Argentina or United Kingdom?
United Kingdom has a larger navy with 80 ships compared to Argentina's 46 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Argentina or United Kingdom?
United Kingdom operates more submarines with 9 compared to Argentina's 2.
Which country has more aircraft carriers, Argentina or United Kingdom?
United Kingdom has 2 aircraft carrier(s) compared to Argentina's 0.
Which navy has more destroyers, Argentina or United Kingdom?
United Kingdom operates 6 destroyers compared to Argentina's 3.
Which navy has more frigates, Argentina or United Kingdom?
United Kingdom operates 8 frigates compared to Argentina's 0.
How do the Argentina and United Kingdom navies compare in size?
United Kingdom's navy is 1.7 times larger than Argentina's in terms of total ships (80 vs 46).