Navy comparison: 
Russia vs 
Syria
Russia's 533-ship navy outnumbers Syria's 6 vessels (89:1 advantage). Of these, 447 and 0 are in active service respectively.
Key figures as of 2026
| Russia | Syria | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Russian Navy | Syrian Arab Navy | |
| Total ships | 533 | 6 | 🇷🇺 89× |
| Active ships | 447 | 0 | 🇷🇺 |
| On order / planned | 18 | 0 | 🇷🇺 |
| Submarines | 60 | 0 | 🇷🇺 |
| Principal surface combatants | 20 | 0 | 🇷🇺 |
| Amphibious ships | 17 | 0 | 🇷🇺 |
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| Corvettes | 64 | 0 | 🇷🇺 |
| Patrol boats | 64 | 0 | 🇷🇺 |
| Mine warfare | 44 | 0 | 🇷🇺 |
| Coastal boats | 16 | 0 | 🇷🇺 |
| Auxiliaries | 162 | 0 | 🇷🇺 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Russia or Syria?
Russia has a larger navy with 533 ships compared to Syria's 6 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Russia or Syria?
Russia operates more submarines with 82 compared to Syria's 0.
Which country has more aircraft carriers, Russia or Syria?
Russia has 1 aircraft carrier(s) compared to Syria's 0.
Which navy has more destroyers, Russia or Syria?
Russia operates 8 destroyers compared to Syria's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, Russia or Syria?
Russia operates 19 frigates compared to Syria's 0.
How do the Russia and Syria navies compare in size?
Russia's navy is 88.8 times larger than Syria's in terms of total ships (533 vs 6).