A-37 Dragonfly vs F-4 Phantom II

Overview

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).

A-37 Dragonfly

Vietnam War-era American light attack aircraft, extensively deployed in close air support and counter-insurgency operations.
Cessna A-37 Dragonfly Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Cessna
First flight 1 October 1964
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 577 units
Average unit price $160K
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F-4 Phantom II

American fighter-bomber, renowned for its widespread use in the Vietnam War and numerous other international military conflicts.
McDonnell F-4 Phantom II Combat profile drawing
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
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A-37 Dragonfly

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 1,293 kgf ◉

F-4 Phantom II

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-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.

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