The Norwegian Army is Norway's military land force. It is part of the Norwegian Defence Force along with the Royal Norwegian Navy, the Royal Norwegian Air Force and the Norwegian Home Guard. Established in 1628, the Army is the largest of Norway's armed services, with a peacetime strength of 7,500, and approximately 9,500 fully mobilized. The Army is mainly located in two areas, mid-Troms and the south-eastern part of the country, with other special units like the King's Guards and the border guards placed elsewhere.
Ranking
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OF-10 |
OF-9 |
OF-8 |
OF-7 |
OF-6 |
OF-5 |
OF-4 |
OF-3 |
OF-2 |
OF-1 |
OF-D- |
Student Officer |
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No Equivalent |
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No equivalent |
| General |
Generalløytnant |
Generalmajor |
Brigader |
Oberst |
Oberstløytnant |
Major |
Kaptein/Rittmester |
Løytnant |
Fenrik |
Organization
The Army is organized along three functional lines:
- Commander, Army Forces (HSTY)
- Commander, Army Transformation and Doctrine Command (TRADOK)
- Commander, Army Ranger Command (HJK)
Subordinate commands
Garrisons
Hand Weapons
Crew Weapons
Combat Vehicles
General Purpose Vehicles
