Arktika is the world's largest and most powerful icebreaker. It is 173.3 meters long and is a nuclear powerhouse breaking through 9 feet thick ice.

Sibir, another giant from Russia, shares Arktika’s impressive length of 173.3 meters. This vessel navigates both shallow rivers and the Northern Sea Route.

NS 50 Let Pobedy boasts a spoon-shaped bow for efficient icebreaking. This 159.6-meter-long ship includes luxurious onboard facilities.

Taymyr and Vaygach, twins built for shallow drafts, stretch 151.8 meters each. Built in Finland, these Soviet-era icebreakers still serve Russia's icy waters.

Yamal, named 'End of the Land,' spans 148 meters. With two nuclear reactors and a 7.5-month endurance, it’s a symbol of Russian icebreaking prowess.

Viktor Chernomyrdin, the largest diesel-electric icebreaker in Russia, measures 146.8 meters. It's powered by four massive diesel engines.

Shirase, Japan’s Antarctic guardian, is 138 meters long. Equipped with an innovative icebreaking system, it can carry 80 scientists and 1,100 tons of cargo.