๐ฑ๐ป Latvia Military Strength 2026
In the 2026 ArmySimulator Power Index, Latvia places #130 of 180 countries โ a small military force. Its armed forces field 6,600 active personnel plus 16,000 in reserve. The defense budget stands at $1.4 billion (2024), about 3.3% of GDP.
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Personnel & budget
| Indicator | Value | Rank |
|---|
| Active military personnel | 6,600 | #139 |
| Reserve personnel | 16,000 | |
| Paramilitary forces | 0 | |
| Defense budget (2024) | $1.4 billion | #73 |
| Budget share of GDP | 3.26% | |
| Population | 1.8M | |
Land forces
| Indicator | Value | Rank |
|---|
| Main battle tanks | 0 | โ |
| Attack helicopters | 4 | |
Air power
| Indicator | Value | Rank |
|---|
| Combat aircraft | 0 | โ |
| Military satellites | 0 | |
Naval forces
| Indicator | Value | Rank |
|---|
| Aircraft carriers | 0 | |
| Cruisers | 0 | |
| Destroyers | 0 | |
| Frigates | 0 | |
| Corvettes | 0 | |
| Amphibious warfare ships | 0 | |
| Nuclear submarines | 0 | |
| Conventional submarines | 0 | |
| Fleet strength score | 0 | โ |
Head-to-head comparisons
Data years vary by indicator (latest available, 2023โ2026). See methodology and sources.