how many nuclear weapons does russia have

Russia currently has nearly 5,460 nuclear warheads in total, with about 1,718 of these warheads estimated to be deployed on strategic delivery systems such as missiles, bombers, and submarines. This total represents the largest nuclear arsenal in the world alongside the United States. Russia's stockpile includes both strategic and non-strategic (tactical) nuclear weapons, with ongoing modernization efforts in its nuclear forces despite some delays. The total number has seen a slight decrease from previous years, but Russia maintains a significant nuclear deterrent capability in its military doctrine as of 2025.