Navy comparison:
Iran vs
Singapore
Iran operates 77 warships compared to 52 for Singapore. Counting auxiliaries, reserve and non-commissioned hulls, the fleets number 120 and 55.
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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
| Iran | Singapore | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Islamic Republic of Iran Navy | Republic of Singapore Navy | |
| Total ships | 120 | 55 | 🇮🇷 2.2× |
| Active ships | 120 | 55 | 🇮🇷 2.2× |
| On order / planned | 0 | 14 | 🇸🇬 |
| Submarines | 2 | 4 | 🇸🇬 2.0× |
| Principal surface combatants | 0 | 6 | 🇸🇬 |
| Amphibious ships | 12 | 4 | 🇮🇷 3.0× |
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| Corvettes | 0 | 6 | 🇸🇬 |
| Patrol boats | 23 | 23 | — |
| Mine warfare | 1 | 4 | 🇸🇬 4.0× |
| Coastal boats | 39 | 0 | 🇮🇷 |
| Auxiliaries | 43 | 3 | 🇮🇷 14× |
Backbone classes one per tier held
🇮🇷 IranKilo-class ×2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Iran or Singapore?
Iran has a larger navy with 77 warships in service compared to Singapore's 52.
Which navy has more submarines, Iran or Singapore?
Singapore operates more submarines with 4 compared to Iran's 2.
Which navy has more frigates, Iran or Singapore?
Singapore operates 6 frigates compared to Iran's 0.