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Navy comparison: Flag of Romania Romania vs Flag of Russia Russia

Russia's 533-ship navy outnumbers Romania's 38 vessels (14:1 advantage). Of these, 33 and 447 are in active service respectively.

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Romania Russia
Official name Romanian Naval Forces Russian Navy
Total ships 38 (2026) 533 (2026)
Active ships 33 447
Naval ensign Ensign of Romania navy Ensign of Russia navy
Ship Categories Radar Comparison

Ships by Category

🇷🇴 Romaniaas of 2026
  • Submarines 4
  • Frigates 3
  • Corvettes 8
  • Coastal boats 8
  • Patrol boats 2
  • Mine Warfare ships 7
  • Support ships 6
🇷🇺 Russiaas of 2026
  • Submarines 82
  • Aircraft carriers 1
  • Destroyers 8
  • Cruisers 4
  • Frigates 19
  • Corvettes 82
  • Coastal boats 18
  • Patrol boats 68
  • Amphibious ships 22
  • Mine Warfare ships 50
  • Cargo ships 5
  • Support ships 113
  • Other ships 61
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has more naval ships, Romania or Russia?
Russia has a larger navy with 533 ships compared to Romania's 38 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Romania or Russia?
Russia operates more submarines with 82 compared to Romania's 4.
Which country has more aircraft carriers, Romania or Russia?
Russia has 1 aircraft carrier(s) compared to Romania's 0.
Which navy has more destroyers, Romania or Russia?
Russia operates 8 destroyers compared to Romania's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, Romania or Russia?
Russia operates 19 frigates compared to Romania's 3.
How do the Romania and Russia navies compare in size?
Russia's navy is 14.0 times larger than Romania's in terms of total ships (533 vs 38).