A-4 Skyhawk vs F-4 Phantom II
The A-4 Skyhawk and the F-4 Phantom II are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and McDonnell respectively. The F-4 Phantom II reaches 2,370 km/h — 2.2x the A-4 Skyhawk's 1,077 km/h. The A-4 Skyhawk has an operational range of 1,867 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 12,880 m for the A-4 Skyhawk. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 2.5x the A-4 Skyhawk's 11,136 kg. The A-4 Skyhawk has been produced in 2,960 units vs 5,195 for the F-4 Phantom II. Unit cost is $2M for the A-4 Skyhawk vs $3M for the F-4 Phantom II. The A-4 Skyhawk first flew 4 years before the F-4 Phantom II (1954 vs 1958).
| 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 |
| 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 | 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 ◉ |
| 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-4 Skyhawk 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-4 Skyhawk's 1,077 km/h, a difference of 1,293 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-4 Phantom II?
The A-4 Skyhawk has a longer range at 1,867 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-4 Skyhawk 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-4 Skyhawk's 12,880 meters (42,257 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 11,136 kg.
Which is larger, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 12.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the A-4 Skyhawk at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-4 Phantom II?
The A-4 Skyhawk entered service first in 1956, 6 years before the F-4 Phantom II which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 2,960 units of the A-4 Skyhawk.