Navy comparison: 
Argentina vs 
El Salvador
Argentina operates a fleet of 44 ships compared to 31 for El Salvador. Of these, 42 and 29 are in active service respectively.
SEAS (Sea Equipment Aggregate Strength) Index face-off Full ranking →
ArgentinaWorld #45
10.5
SEAS Index / 100
Argentina leads on 3 of 4 categories
El SalvadorWorld #67
5.2
Argentina
El Salvador
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
| Argentina | El Salvador | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Argentine Navy | Navy of El Salvador | |
| Total ships | 44 | 31 | 🇦🇷 1.4× |
| Active ships | 42 | 29 | 🇦🇷 1.4× |
| On order / planned | 0 | 2 | 🇸🇻 |
| Submarines | 0 | 0 | — |
| Principal surface combatants | 3 | 0 | 🇦🇷 |
| Amphibious ships | 1 | 0 | 🇦🇷 |
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| Corvettes | 6 | 0 | 🇦🇷 |
| Patrol boats | 14 | 25 | 🇸🇻 1.8× |
| Auxiliaries | 18 | 4 | 🇦🇷 4.5× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Argentina or El Salvador?
Argentina has a larger navy with 44 ships compared to El Salvador's 31 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Argentina or El Salvador?
Argentina operates more submarines with 2 compared to El Salvador's 0.
Which navy has more destroyers, Argentina or El Salvador?
Argentina operates 3 destroyers compared to El Salvador's 0.