A-3 Skywarrior vs A-4 Skyhawk
Overview
The A-3 Skywarrior and the A-4 Skyhawk are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Douglas and McDonnell Douglas respectively.
Top speed is 980 km/h for the A-3 Skywarrior vs 1,077 km/h for the A-4 Skyhawk. The A-3 Skywarrior has an operational range of 3,380 km vs 1,867 km for the A-4 Skyhawk. The A-4 Skyhawk operates at altitudes up to 12,880 m compared to 12,000 m for the A-3 Skywarrior. At 37,195 kg MTOW, the A-3 Skywarrior is 3.3x the A-4 Skyhawk's 11,136 kg.
The A-3 Skywarrior has been produced in 283 units vs 2,960 for the A-4 Skyhawk. The A-3 Skywarrior first flew 2 years before the A-4 Skyhawk (1952 vs 1954).
| American jet-powered strategic bomber, developed in the mid-20th century, utilized for nuclear deterrence, electronic warfare, and aerial refueling from aircraft carriers. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Douglas |
| First flight | 28 October 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 283 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 75.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 6.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 23.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 980 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,380 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 37,195 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 17,876 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,381 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 24.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1077 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,867 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,880 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,136 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,750 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,100 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-3 Skywarrior or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-4 Skyhawk is faster with a maximum speed of 1,077 km/h compared to the A-3 Skywarrior's 980 km/h, a difference of 97 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-3 Skywarrior or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-3 Skywarrior has a longer range at 3,380 km compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 1,867 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-3 Skywarrior or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-4 Skyhawk has a higher service ceiling at 12,880 meters (42,257 ft) compared to the A-3 Skywarrior's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-3 Skywarrior or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-3 Skywarrior has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 37,195 kg compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 11,136 kg.
Which is larger, the A-3 Skywarrior or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-3 Skywarrior is longer at 23.3 meters compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 12.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the A-3 Skywarrior or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-4 Skyhawk entered service first in 1956, 0 years before the A-3 Skywarrior which entered service in 1956.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-3 Skywarrior or A-4 Skyhawk?
The A-4 Skyhawk has been produced in greater numbers with 2,960 units compared to 283 units of the A-3 Skywarrior.