Navy comparison: 
Argentina vs 
Venezuela
Argentina operates a fleet of 44 ships compared to 49 for Venezuela. Of these, 42 and 45 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 2 of 5 categories
VenezuelaWorld #61
9.4
Argentina
Venezuela
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 | Venezuela | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Argentine Navy | Bolivarian Navy of Venezuela | |
| Total ships | 44 | 49 | 🇻🇪 1.1× |
| Active ships | 42 | 45 | 🇻🇪 1.1× |
| Submarines | 0 | 0 | — |
| Principal surface combatants | 3 | 0 | 🇦🇷 |
| Amphibious ships | 1 | 3 | 🇻🇪 3.0× |
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| Corvettes | 6 | 0 | 🇦🇷 |
| Patrol boats | 14 | 25 | 🇻🇪 1.8× |
| Coastal boats | 0 | 7 | 🇻🇪 |
| Auxiliaries | 18 | 10 | 🇦🇷 1.8× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Argentina or Venezuela?
Venezuela has a larger navy with 49 ships compared to Argentina's 44 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Argentina or Venezuela?
Venezuela operates more submarines with 2 compared to Argentina's 2.
Which navy has more destroyers, Argentina or Venezuela?
Argentina operates 3 destroyers compared to Venezuela's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, Argentina or Venezuela?
Venezuela operates 1 frigates compared to Argentina's 0.