A-37 Dragonfly vs F-4 Phantom II
The A-37 Dragonfly and the F-4 Phantom II are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and McDonnell respectively. The F-4 Phantom II reaches 2,370 km/h — 2.9x the A-37 Dragonfly's 816 km/h. The A-37 Dragonfly has an operational range of 740 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 12,730 m for the A-37 Dragonfly. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 4.4x the A-37 Dragonfly's 6,350 kg. The A-37 Dragonfly has been produced in 577 units vs 5,195 for the F-4 Phantom II. Unit cost is $0.16M for the A-37 Dragonfly vs $3M for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 6 years before the A-37 Dragonfly (1958 vs 1964).
| Vietnam War-era American light attack aircraft, extensively deployed in close air support and counter-insurgency operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 1 October 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 577 units |
| Average unit price | $0.2 million |
| 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 | 17.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 816 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 740 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,730 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,350 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,817 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,586 kgf ◉ |
| 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 16,186 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-37 Dragonfly 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-37 Dragonfly's 816 km/h, a difference of 1,554 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-37 Dragonfly or F-4 Phantom II?
The A-37 Dragonfly has a longer range at 740 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-37 Dragonfly 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-37 Dragonfly's 12,730 meters (41,765 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-37 Dragonfly or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 6,350 kg.
Which is larger, the A-37 Dragonfly or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 8.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-37 Dragonfly or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the A-37 Dragonfly at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the A-37 Dragonfly or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 5 years before the A-37 Dragonfly which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-37 Dragonfly or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 577 units of the A-37 Dragonfly.