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Navy comparison: Flag of Bulgaria Bulgaria vs Flag of Romania Romania

Fleet Profile
Bulgaria Romania
Official name Bulgarian Navy Romanian Naval Forces
Total ships 45 (2026) 38 (2026)
Active ships 20 33
Naval ensign Ensign of Bulgaria navy —
Ship Categories Radar Comparison

Ships by Category

🇧🇬 Bulgariaas of 2026
  • Frigates 6
  • Corvettes 3
  • Mine Warfare ships 17
  • Support ships 16
  • Other ships 3
🇷🇴 Romaniaas of 2026
  • Submarines 4
  • Frigates 3
  • Corvettes 8
  • Coastal boats 8
  • Patrol boats 2
  • Mine Warfare ships 7
  • Support ships 6

Overview

Bulgaria operates a fleet of 45 ships compared to 38 for Romania. Of these, 20 and 33 are in active service respectively.

The fleet breakdown includes 0 vs 4 submarines, 6 vs 3 frigates, 3 vs 8 corvettes, 0 vs 2 patrol boats, 0 vs 8 coastal boats, 17 vs 7 mine warfare ships (Bulgaria vs Romania).

Bulgaria's navy is officially the Bulgarian Navy, while Romania's is the Romanian Naval Forces.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has more naval ships, Bulgaria or Romania?
Bulgaria has a larger navy with 45 ships compared to Romania's 38 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Bulgaria or Romania?
Romania operates more submarines with 4 compared to Bulgaria's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, Bulgaria or Romania?
Bulgaria operates 6 frigates compared to Romania's 3.