A-4 Skyhawk vs F-8 Crusader
| 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 aircraft, notable for its Cold War-era use, largely deployed in the Vietnam War and the Cuban Missile Crisis. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Vought |
| First flight | 25 March 1955 |
| Year introduced | 1957 |
| Number produced | 1219 units |
| Average unit price | $2.5 million |
| Wing area | 24.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1077 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,867 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,880 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,136 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,750 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,100 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1971 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 730 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,678 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,956 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,853 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of A-4 Skyhawk by US Marine Corps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-8 Crusader?
The F-8 Crusader is faster with a maximum speed of 1,971 km/h compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 1,077 km/h, a difference of 894 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-8 Crusader?
The A-4 Skyhawk has a longer range at 1,867 km compared to the F-8 Crusader's 730 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-8 Crusader?
The F-8 Crusader has a higher service ceiling at 17,678 meters (57,998 ft) compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 12,880 meters (42,257 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-8 Crusader?
The F-8 Crusader has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 11,136 kg.
Which is larger, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-8 Crusader?
The F-8 Crusader is longer at 16.5 meters compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 12.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-8 Crusader?
The F-8 Crusader is more expensive at approximately $2.5 million per unit compared to the A-4 Skyhawk at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-8 Crusader?
The A-4 Skyhawk entered service first in 1956, 1 years before the F-8 Crusader which entered service in 1957.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-8 Crusader?
The A-4 Skyhawk has been produced in greater numbers with 2,960 units compared to 1,219 units of the F-8 Crusader.