A-4 Skyhawk vs F-84 Thunderjet
The A-4 Skyhawk and the F-84 Thunderjet are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and Republic respectively. Top speed is 1,077 km/h for the A-4 Skyhawk vs 1,001 km/h for the F-84 Thunderjet. The A-4 Skyhawk has an operational range of 1,867 km vs 1,080 km for the F-84 Thunderjet. The A-4 Skyhawk operates at altitudes up to 12,880 m compared to 12,344 m for the F-84 Thunderjet. The A-4 Skyhawk has been produced in 2,960 units vs 7,524 for the F-84 Thunderjet. Unit cost is $2M for the A-4 Skyhawk vs $1.4M for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-84 Thunderjet first flew 8 years before the A-4 Skyhawk (1946 vs 1954).
| 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 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 | 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1001 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,080 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,344 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,590 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,200 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,522 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-4 Skyhawk is faster with a maximum speed of 1,077 km/h compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h, a difference of 76 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-4 Skyhawk has a longer range at 1,867 km compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,080 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-4 Skyhawk has a higher service ceiling at 12,880 meters (42,257 ft) compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 12,344 meters (40,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-4 Skyhawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,136 kg compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg.
Which is larger, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-4 Skyhawk is longer at 12.2 meters compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 11.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-4 Skyhawk is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the F-84 Thunderjet at $1.4 million.
Which entered service first, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet entered service first in 1950, 6 years before the A-4 Skyhawk which entered service in 1956.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-4 Skyhawk or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in greater numbers with 7,524 units compared to 2,960 units of the A-4 Skyhawk.