A-3 Skywarrior vs F-84 Thunderjet
Overview
The A-3 Skywarrior and the F-84 Thunderjet are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Douglas and Republic respectively.
Top speed is 980 km/h for the A-3 Skywarrior vs 1,001 km/h for the F-84 Thunderjet. The A-3 Skywarrior has an operational range of 3,380 km vs 1,080 km for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-84 Thunderjet operates at altitudes up to 12,344 m compared to 12,000 m for the A-3 Skywarrior. At 37,195 kg MTOW, the A-3 Skywarrior is 3.5x the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg.
The A-3 Skywarrior has been produced in 283 units vs 7,524 for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-84 Thunderjet first flew 6 years before the A-3 Skywarrior (1946 vs 1952).
| 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 fighter-bomber of the 1940s–1950s era, notable in the Korean War for close air support and strategic bombing missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Republic |
| First flight | 28 February 1946 |
| Year introduced | 1950 |
| Number produced | 7524 units |
| Average unit price | $1.4 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 | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1001 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,080 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,344 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,590 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,200 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,522 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-3 Skywarrior or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet is faster with a maximum speed of 1,001 km/h compared to the A-3 Skywarrior's 980 km/h, a difference of 21 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-3 Skywarrior or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-3 Skywarrior has a longer range at 3,380 km compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,080 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-3 Skywarrior or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet has a higher service ceiling at 12,344 meters (40,498 ft) compared to the A-3 Skywarrior's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-3 Skywarrior or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-3 Skywarrior has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 37,195 kg compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg.
Which is larger, the A-3 Skywarrior or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-3 Skywarrior is longer at 23.3 meters compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 11.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the A-3 Skywarrior or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet entered service first in 1950, 6 years before the A-3 Skywarrior which entered service in 1956.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-3 Skywarrior or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in greater numbers with 7,524 units compared to 283 units of the A-3 Skywarrior.