Buccaneer vs F-4 Phantom II

British carrier-borne attack aircraft, notable for service in the Cold War, extensively deployed in Gulf War operations.
Blackburn/Hawker-Siddeley Buccaneer Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Blackburn/Hawker-Siddeley
First flight 30 April 1958
Year introduced 1962
Number produced 211 units
Average unit price $2.5 million
American fighter-bomber, renowned for its widespread use in the Vietnam War and numerous other international military conflicts.
McDonnell F-4 Phantom II Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell
First flight 27 May 1958
Year introduced 1962
Number produced 5195 units
Average unit price $3 million
Wing area 47.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 13.4 m â—‰
Height 5.0 m â—‰
Length 19.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1040 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,700 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,200 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 28,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 14,000 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 10,070 kgf â—‰
Wing area 49.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.7 m â—‰
Height 5.0 m â—‰
Length 19.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2370 km/h â—‰
Operational range 680 km â—‰
Service ceiling 18,288 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 28,030 kg â—‰
Empty weight 13,757 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 16,186 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Buccaneer or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Buccaneer's 1,040 km/h, a difference of 1,330 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Buccaneer or F-4 Phantom II?
The Buccaneer has a longer range at 3,700 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the Buccaneer or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the Buccaneer's 12,200 meters (40,026 ft).
Which is heavier, the Buccaneer or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the Buccaneer's 28,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Buccaneer or F-4 Phantom II?
The Buccaneer is longer at 19.3 meters compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 19.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Buccaneer or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the Buccaneer at $2.5 million.
Which entered service first, the Buccaneer or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 0 years before the Buccaneer which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Buccaneer or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 211 units of the Buccaneer.