Navy comparison: 
Iran vs 
Saudi Arabia
Fleet Profile
| Iran | Saudi Arabia | |
|---|---|---|
| Official name | Islamic Republic of Iran Navy | Royal Saudi Navy |
| Total ships | 143 (2026) | 34 (2025) |
| Active ships | 112 | 29 |
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🇮🇷 Iranas of 2026
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabiaas of 2025
Overview
Iran's 143-ship navy outnumbers Saudi Arabia's 34 vessels (4.2:1 advantage). Of these, 112 and 29 are in active service respectively.
The fleet breakdown includes 4 vs 0 submarines, 1 vs 0 aircraft carriers, 8 vs 11 frigates, 9 vs 9 corvettes, 10 vs 0 amphibious ships, 50 vs 9 patrol boats, 17 vs 0 coastal boats, 1 vs 3 mine warfare ships (Iran vs Saudi Arabia).
Iran's navy is officially the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy, while Saudi Arabia's is the Royal Saudi Navy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Iran or Saudi Arabia?
Iran has a larger navy with 143 ships compared to Saudi Arabia's 34 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Iran or Saudi Arabia?
Iran operates more submarines with 4 compared to Saudi Arabia's 0.
Which country has more aircraft carriers, Iran or Saudi Arabia?
Iran has 1 aircraft carrier(s) compared to Saudi Arabia's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, Iran or Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia operates 11 frigates compared to Iran's 8.
How do the Iran and Saudi Arabia navies compare in size?
Iran's navy is 4.2 times larger than Saudi Arabia's in terms of total ships (143 vs 34).