Navy comparison: 
Iran vs 
United States
Fleet Profile
| Iran | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Official name | Islamic Republic of Iran Navy | United States Navy |
| Total ships | 98 (2025) | 470 (2026) |
| Active ships | 70 | 234 |
| Naval ensign |  |
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🇮🇷 Iranas of 2025
🇺🇸 United Statesas of 2026
Overview
United States's 470-ship navy outnumbers Iran's 98 vessels (4.8x advantage). Of these, 70 and 234 are in active service respectively.
The fleet breakdown includes 4 vs 65 submarines, 1 vs 11 aircraft carriers, 0 vs 79 destroyers, 8 vs 1 frigates, 9 vs 33 corvettes, 10 vs 42 amphibious ships, 21 vs 0 patrol boats, 2 vs 0 coastal boats, 1 vs 4 mine warfare ships (Iran vs United States).
Iran's navy is officially the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy, while United States's is the United States Navy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Iran or United States?
United States has a larger navy with 470 ships compared to Iran's 98 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Iran or United States?
United States operates more submarines with 65 compared to Iran's 4.
Which country has more aircraft carriers, Iran or United States?
United States has 11 aircraft carrier(s) compared to Iran's 1.
Which navy has more destroyers, Iran or United States?
United States operates 79 destroyers compared to Iran's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, Iran or United States?
Iran operates 8 frigates compared to United States's 1.
How do the Iran and United States navies compare in size?
United States's navy is 4.8 times larger than Iran's in terms of total ships (470 vs 98).