Ukraine vs Russia | Comparison military strength
Ukraine . 1827 years of age for compulsory military service; conscript service obligation is 18 months Russia . 1827 years of age for compulsory or voluntary military service; males are registered for the draft at 17 years of age; 1year service obligation (conscripts can only be sent to combat zones after 6 months of training); reserve obligation for nonofficers to age 50; .