Cheetah vs F-4 Phantom II
Overview
The Cheetah and the F-4 Phantom II are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Atlas and McDonnell respectively.
Top speed is 2,338 km/h for the Cheetah vs 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II. The Cheetah has an operational range of 1,300 km vs 680 km for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 17,000 m for the Cheetah.
The Cheetah has been produced in 38 units vs 5,195 for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 28 years before the Cheetah (1958 vs 1986).
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| Origin country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Atlas |
| First flight | 16 July 1986 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | 38 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
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| 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 | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2338 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,300 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 17,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16,500 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 7,400 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wing area | 49.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2370 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 680 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,288 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,030 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 13,757 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8,093 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Cheetah or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Cheetah's 2,338 km/h, a difference of 32 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Cheetah or F-4 Phantom II?
The Cheetah has a longer range at 1,300 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the Cheetah 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 Cheetah's 17,000 meters (55,774 ft).
Which is heavier, the Cheetah or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the Cheetah's 16,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Cheetah or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Cheetah's 15.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Cheetah or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 24 years before the Cheetah which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Cheetah or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 38 units of the Cheetah.