A-10 Thunderbolt II vs A-4 Skyhawk
| American close air support aircraft, renowned for service in the Gulf War with distinctive tank-destroying capabilities. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fairchild Republic |
| First flight | 10 May 1972 |
| Year introduced | 1975 |
| Number produced | 716 units |
| Average unit price | $20 million |
| American light attack jet, extensively deployed in the Vietnam War, notable for carrier-based operations and close air support roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas |
| First flight | 22 June 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 2960 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Wing area | 47.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 17.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 675 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 463 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22,680 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 11,321 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8,224 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 24.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1077 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,867 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,880 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,136 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,750 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,100 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of A-4 Skyhawk by US Marine Corps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-4 Skyhawk is faster with a maximum speed of 1,077 km/h compared to the A-10 Thunderbolt II's 675 km/h, a difference of 402 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-4 Skyhawk has a longer range at 1,867 km compared to the A-10 Thunderbolt II's 463 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-10 Thunderbolt II has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 12,880 meters (42,257 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-10 Thunderbolt II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 22,680 kg compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 11,136 kg.
Which is larger, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-10 Thunderbolt II is longer at 16.3 meters compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 12.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-10 Thunderbolt II is more expensive at approximately $20 million per unit compared to the A-4 Skyhawk at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-4 Skyhawk entered service first in 1956, 19 years before the A-10 Thunderbolt II which entered service in 1975.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-10 Thunderbolt II or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-4 Skyhawk has been produced in greater numbers with 2,960 units compared to 716 units of the A-10 Thunderbolt II.