World Nuclear Weapons Stockpiles
Updated July 10, 2020 |
Infoplease Staff
As of 2014, nine nations had nuclear weapon functionality. While all countries do not disclose the exact number of warheads, best estimates—compiled by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI)—are below.
| Country | Year of first nuclear test | Deployed warheads1 | Other warheads | Total Inventory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1945 | 1,920 | 5,380 | 7,300 |
| Russia | 1949 | 1,600 | 6,400 | 8,000 |
| United Kingdom | 1952 | 160 | 65 | 225 |
| France | 1960 | 290 | 10 | 300 |
| China | 1964 | .. | 250 | 250 |
| India | 1974 | .. | 90-110 | 90-110 |
| Pakistan | 1998 | .. | 100-120 | 100-120 |
| Israel | .. | .. | 80 | 80 |
| North Korea | 2006 | .. | 6-8 | 6-8 |
| Total | 3,970 | 12,350 | 16,300 |
1. 'Deployed' means warheads placed on missiles or located on bases with operational forces.
Source: SIPRI Yearbook 2014, SIPRI
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