The marine corps has infantry,artillery,armor and engineering units,as well as reconnaissance,chemical defense and communications units. It is a rapid assault force for amphibious operations.

• 海军陆战队编有陆战步兵、炮兵、装甲兵、工程兵及侦察、防化、通信等部(分)队，是实施两栖作战的快速突击力量。