Navy comparison: Argentina vs Portugal
Argentina operates a fleet of 46 ships compared to 36 for Portugal. Of these, 43 and 36 are in active service respectively. The fleet breakdown includes 2 vs 2 submarines, 3 vs 0 destroyers, 0 vs 5 frigates, 6 vs 2 corvettes, 1 vs 0 amphibious ships, 14 vs 19 patrol boats (Argentina vs Portugal). Argentina's navy is officially the Argentine Navy, while Portugal's is the Portuguese Navy.
Argentine Navy 🇦🇷
| Official Name | Argentine Navy |
| Total ships | 46 as of 2025 |
| Active ships | 43 as of 2025 |
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Portuguese Navy 🇵🇹
| Official Name | Portuguese Navy |
| Total ships | 36 as of 2025 |
| Active ships | 36 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 | |
Portuguese ships by category
| Ship category | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Submarines | 2 | |
| Aircraft carriers | 0 | |
| Destroyers | 0 | |
| Cruisers | 0 | |
| Frigates | 5 | |
| Corvettes | 2 | |
| Coastal boats | 0 | |
| Patrol boats | 19 | |
| Amphibious ships | 0 | |
| Mine Warfare ships | 0 | |
| Cargo ships | 0 | |
| Support ships | 4 | |
| Other ships | 4 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Argentina or Portugal?
Argentina has a larger navy with 46 ships compared to Portugal's 36 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Argentina or Portugal?
Portugal operates more submarines with 2 compared to Argentina's 2.
Which navy has more destroyers, Argentina or Portugal?
Argentina operates 3 destroyers compared to Portugal's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, Argentina or Portugal?
Portugal operates 5 frigates compared to Argentina's 0.