A-7 Corsair II vs F-84 Thunderjet
The A-7 Corsair II and the F-84 Thunderjet are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Vought and Republic respectively. Top speed is 1,123 km/h for the A-7 Corsair II vs 1,001 km/h for the F-84 Thunderjet. The A-7 Corsair II has an operational range of 1,981 km vs 1,080 km for the F-84 Thunderjet. The A-7 Corsair II operates at altitudes up to 12,800 m compared to 12,344 m for the F-84 Thunderjet. The A-7 Corsair II has been produced in 1,545 units vs 7,524 for the F-84 Thunderjet. Unit cost is $2M for the A-7 Corsair II vs $1.4M for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-84 Thunderjet first flew 19 years before the A-7 Corsair II (1946 vs 1965).
| 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 |
| 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 | 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—‰ |
| 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-7 Corsair II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-7 Corsair II is faster with a maximum speed of 1,123 km/h compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h, a difference of 122 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-7 Corsair II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-7 Corsair II has a longer range at 1,981 km compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,080 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-7 Corsair II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-7 Corsair II has a higher service ceiling at 12,800 meters (41,994 ft) compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 12,344 meters (40,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-7 Corsair II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-7 Corsair II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,050 kg compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg.
Which is larger, the A-7 Corsair II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-7 Corsair II is longer at 14.1 meters compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 11.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-7 Corsair II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The A-7 Corsair II 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-7 Corsair II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet entered service first in 1950, 16 years before the A-7 Corsair II which entered service in 1966.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-7 Corsair II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in greater numbers with 7,524 units compared to 1,545 units of the A-7 Corsair II.