Navy comparison: Australia vs Norway

Australia operates a fleet of 41 ships compared to 60 for Norway. The fleet breakdown includes 6 vs 6 submarines, 3 vs 0 destroyers, 8 vs 4 frigates, 0 vs 6 corvettes, 3 vs 0 amphibious ships, 13 vs 25 patrol boats, 0 vs 6 coastal boats, 4 vs 5 mine warfare ships (Australia vs Norway). Australia's navy is officially the Royal Australian Navy, while Norway's is the Royal Norwegian Navy.

Royal Australian Navy 🇦🇺

Official Name Royal Australian Navy
Total ships 41 as of 2025
Active ships 41 as of 2025
Naval Ensign

Ensign of Australia navy

Royal Norwegian Navy 🇳🇴

Official Name Royal Norwegian Navy
Total ships 60 as of 2025
Active ships 60 as of 2025
Naval Ensign

Australian ships by category

Ship category Total
Submarines 6
Aircraft carriers 0
Destroyers 3
Cruisers 0
Frigates 8
Corvettes 0
Coastal boats 0
Patrol boats 13
Amphibious ships 3
Mine Warfare ships 4
Cargo ships 0
Support ships 2
Other ships 2

Norwegian ships by category

Ship category Total
Submarines 6
Aircraft carriers 0
Destroyers 0
Cruisers 0
Frigates 4
Corvettes 6
Coastal boats 6
Patrol boats 25
Amphibious ships 0
Mine Warfare ships 5
Cargo ships 0
Support ships 5
Other ships 3

Ship Categories Radar Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has more naval ships, Australia or Norway?
Norway has a larger navy with 60 ships compared to Australia's 41 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Australia or Norway?
Norway operates more submarines with 6 compared to Australia's 6.
Which navy has more destroyers, Australia or Norway?
Australia operates 3 destroyers compared to Norway's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, Australia or Norway?
Australia operates 8 frigates compared to Norway's 4.