Navy comparison: Argentina vs South Africa
Argentina operates a fleet of 46 ships compared to 49 for South Africa. Of these, 43 and 49 are in active service respectively. The fleet breakdown includes 2 vs 3 submarines, 3 vs 0 destroyers, 0 vs 4 frigates, 6 vs 0 corvettes, 1 vs 0 amphibious ships, 14 vs 33 patrol boats, 0 vs 2 mine warfare ships (Argentina vs South Africa). Argentina's navy is officially the Argentine Navy, while South Africa's is the South African Navy.
Argentine Navy 🇦🇷
| Official Name | Argentine Navy |
| Total ships | 46 as of 2025 |
| Active ships | 43 as of 2025 |
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South African Navy 🇿🇦
| Official Name | South African Navy |
| Total ships | 49 as of 2025 |
| Active ships | 49 as of 2025 |
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 | |
South African ships by category
| Ship category | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Submarines | 3 | |
| Aircraft carriers | 0 | |
| Destroyers | 0 | |
| Cruisers | 0 | |
| Frigates | 4 | |
| Corvettes | 0 | |
| Coastal boats | 0 | |
| Patrol boats | 33 | |
| Amphibious ships | 0 | |
| Mine Warfare ships | 2 | |
| Cargo ships | 0 | |
| Support ships | 7 | |
| Other ships | 0 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Argentina or South Africa?
South Africa has a larger navy with 49 ships compared to Argentina's 46 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Argentina or South Africa?
South Africa operates more submarines with 3 compared to Argentina's 2.
Which navy has more destroyers, Argentina or South Africa?
Argentina operates 3 destroyers compared to South Africa's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, Argentina or South Africa?
South Africa operates 4 frigates compared to Argentina's 0.