Listen, some might be under the impression that the best way to prove your military strength is through a full-blown war. For others, like the experts from the Credit Suisse Report, Global Fire Power, and Nation Master, the real way to decide is based on various different factors. Now that they’ve checked allocated budgets, training, war-readiness and a selection of other criteria, we can understand which armies are the strongest. You’ll be shocked by some of these!
Peru
With an annual military budget above $820 million, Peru’s military is considerably well equipped. Its population is approximately 32 million and its military is ~100,000 strong. As for reserve forces, they have ~268,000 ready to jump into battle. With attack helicopters, fighter jets, and a variety of other aircraft, Peru is ready for war. on the ground their strength includes 300 tanks, armored vehicles and self-propelled artillery. Despite having a smallish navy, they still have six submarines, frigates, corvettes and patrol boats.
Netherlands
Netherlands has an active number of military personnel at 42,705. In addition to that number, they have 10,500 reservists ready to be called upon at any time. Few fighter jets, 29 attack helicopter and other support and transport aircraft make up their air force. At sea they don’t possess any aircraft carriers, but they do have a supply of frigates, four corvette ships, patrol boats and four submarines. On land the army is equipped with 144 battle tanks as well as self-propelled artillery. They allocate $12.6 billion annually on their military budget.