A-4 Skyhawk vs A-7 Corsair II
| 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 attack aircraft, prominent in the Vietnam and Gulf Wars, renowned for light weight and high load-carrying ability. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Vought |
| First flight | 27 September 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 1545 units |
| Average unit price | $2 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 | 11.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1123 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,981 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,050 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,840 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 6,795 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 A-7 Corsair II?
The A-7 Corsair II is faster with a maximum speed of 1,123 km/h compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 1,077 km/h, a difference of 46 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-4 Skyhawk or A-7 Corsair II?
The A-7 Corsair II has a longer range at 1,981 km compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 1,867 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-4 Skyhawk or A-7 Corsair II?
The A-4 Skyhawk has a higher service ceiling at 12,880 meters (42,257 ft) compared to the A-7 Corsair II's 12,800 meters (41,994 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-4 Skyhawk or A-7 Corsair II?
The A-7 Corsair II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,050 kg compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 11,136 kg.
Which is larger, the A-4 Skyhawk or A-7 Corsair II?
The A-7 Corsair II is longer at 14.1 meters compared to the A-4 Skyhawk's 12.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-4 Skyhawk or A-7 Corsair II?
The A-7 Corsair II is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the A-4 Skyhawk at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the A-4 Skyhawk or A-7 Corsair II?
The A-4 Skyhawk entered service first in 1956, 10 years before the A-7 Corsair II which entered service in 1966.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-4 Skyhawk or A-7 Corsair II?
The A-4 Skyhawk has been produced in greater numbers with 2,960 units compared to 1,545 units of the A-7 Corsair II.