Pakistan Armed Forces
Pak Fauj · Islamic Republic of Pakistan · Est. 1947
The Pakistan Armed Forces comprise the Pakistan Army, Pakistan Air Force (PAF), and Pakistan Navy — collectively one of the largest and most capable military establishments in South Asia, with a combined strength of 654,000 active personnel. Operating a mixed Western and Chinese fleet across all domains, Pakistan's armed forces are a primary client for SORC's procurement advisory, NSN parts sourcing, and export licensing services — particularly for F-16 components subject to ITAR controls and Army platforms requiring EAR compliance.
Sources: IISS Military Balance 2024; Pakistan Ministry of Finance; SIPRI Military Expenditure Database 2024.
| Platform / System | Role | Qty (est.) | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| JF-17 Thunder Blk I/II | Multi-role fighter | ~150 | Pakistan / China |
| F-16A/B/C/D Fighting Falcon | Air superiority / strike | ~75 | USA |
| Dassault Mirage III / V | Strike / recce | ~100 | France |
| Chengdu J-7PG | Interceptor (phasing out) | ~50 | China |
| Saab 2000 AEW&C (Erieye) | Airborne early warning | 4 | Sweden |
| Dassault Falcon 20 | Maritime patrol | 3 | France |
| C-130B/E/H Hercules | Strategic transport | ~12 | USA |
| IL-78 Midas | Air-to-air refuelling | 4 | Russia / Ukraine |
| Platform / System | Role | Qty (est.) | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Khalid (MBT-2000) | Main battle tank | ~320 | Pakistan / China |
| T-80UD | Main battle tank | ~320 | Ukraine |
| Al-Zarrar | Main battle tank (upgraded T-59) | ~1,200 | Pakistan |
| M113 / APC-70 | Armoured personnel carrier | ~1,000+ | USA / Pakistan |
| M109A5 Paladin | 155mm self-propelled howitzer | ~115 | USA |
| Platform / System | Role | Qty (est.) | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agosta 90B (Khalid-class) | Attack submarine | 3 | France |
| Agosta 70 (Hashmat-class) | Attack submarine | 2 | France |
| F-22P Zulfiquar-class | Frigate | 4 | China |
| PNS Babur (Sword-class) | Destroyer | 1 | UK (ex-RN) |
| Azmat-class | Fast attack craft (missile) | 4 | China |
SORC provides the Pakistan Armed Forces with NATO Stock Number (NSN) parts sourcing across all three service branches, export licensing support under UK SIEL/OIEL and US FMS/DCS frameworks, and procurement advisory for Western-origin platforms including F-16 components subject to ITAR controls and Army platforms requiring EAR compliance. All transactions are conducted in full compliance with US State Department, ECJU, and applicable sanctions requirements.
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