Here's how China's aircraft carrier stacks up to other world powers

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An epic military parade earlier this month showed off some of the Chinese military's new toys, unveiling heavy vehicles in maritime camo as their island-building in the South China Sea sits in US military planners' minds.

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So how do China stack up to other world powers when it comes to one of the biggest factors in air and sea dominance - aircraft carriers?

Take a look at the photos and graphics below to get an idea of China's naval power: