AV-8B Harrier II vs F-84 Thunderjet
The AV-8B Harrier II and the F-84 Thunderjet are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas/BAe and Republic respectively. Top speed is 1,070 km/h for the AV-8B Harrier II vs 1,001 km/h for the F-84 Thunderjet. The AV-8B Harrier II has an operational range of 2,200 km vs 1,080 km for the F-84 Thunderjet. The AV-8B Harrier II operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 12,344 m for the F-84 Thunderjet. The AV-8B Harrier II has been produced in 337 units vs 7,524 for the F-84 Thunderjet. Unit cost is $26M for the AV-8B Harrier II vs $1.4M for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-84 Thunderjet first flew 25 years before the AV-8B Harrier II (1946 vs 1971).
| British-American ground-attack aircraft, infamously deployed in numerous conflicts including the Gulf War with unique vertical takeoff/landing capabilities. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas/BAe |
| First flight | 6 January 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 337 units |
| Average unit price | $26 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 | 22.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1070 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 14,100 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,340 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 10,500 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 AV-8B Harrier II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The AV-8B Harrier II is faster with a maximum speed of 1,070 km/h compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h, a difference of 69 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AV-8B Harrier II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The AV-8B Harrier II has a longer range at 2,200 km compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,080 km.
Which can fly higher, the AV-8B Harrier II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The AV-8B Harrier II has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 12,344 meters (40,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the AV-8B Harrier II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The AV-8B Harrier II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 14,100 kg compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg.
Which is larger, the AV-8B Harrier II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The AV-8B Harrier II is longer at 14.1 meters compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 11.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AV-8B Harrier II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The AV-8B Harrier II is more expensive at approximately $26 million per unit compared to the F-84 Thunderjet at $1.4 million.
Which entered service first, the AV-8B Harrier II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet entered service first in 1950, 33 years before the AV-8B Harrier II which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AV-8B Harrier II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in greater numbers with 7,524 units compared to 337 units of the AV-8B Harrier II.