A-1 Skyraider vs F-4 Phantom II
Overview
The A-1 Skyraider and the F-4 Phantom II are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Douglas and McDonnell respectively.
The F-4 Phantom II reaches 2,370 km/h — 4.6x the A-1 Skyraider's 518 km/h. The A-1 Skyraider has an operational range of 2,118 km vs 680 km for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 8,700 m for the A-1 Skyraider. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 3.4x the A-1 Skyraider's 8,213 kg.
The A-1 Skyraider has been produced in 3,180 units vs 5,195 for the F-4 Phantom II. The A-1 Skyraider first flew 13 years before the F-4 Phantom II (1945 vs 1958).
| American single-seat attack aircraft, in service from 1946 to the early 1980s, utilized for carrier-based dive and torpedo bombing during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Douglas |
| First flight | 18 March 1945 |
| Year introduced | 1946 |
| Number produced | 3180 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American fighter-bomber, renowned for its widespread use in the Vietnam War and numerous other international military conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell |
| First flight | 27 May 1958 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | 5195 units |
| Average unit price | $3 million |
| Wing area | 37.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 518 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,118 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,700 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,213 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,429 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,000 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 49.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2370 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 680 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,288 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,030 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 13,757 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8,093 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-1 Skyraider or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the A-1 Skyraider's 518 km/h, a difference of 1,852 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-1 Skyraider or F-4 Phantom II?
The A-1 Skyraider has a longer range at 2,118 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-1 Skyraider or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the A-1 Skyraider's 8,700 meters (28,543 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-1 Skyraider or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the A-1 Skyraider's 8,213 kg.
Which is larger, the A-1 Skyraider or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the A-1 Skyraider's 11.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the A-1 Skyraider or F-4 Phantom II?
The A-1 Skyraider entered service first in 1946, 16 years before the F-4 Phantom II which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-1 Skyraider or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 3,180 units of the A-1 Skyraider.