Cheetah vs F-84 Thunderjet
The Cheetah and the F-84 Thunderjet are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Atlas and Republic respectively. The Cheetah reaches 2,338 km/h — 2.3x the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h. The Cheetah has an operational range of 1,300 km vs 1,080 km for the F-84 Thunderjet. The Cheetah operates at altitudes up to 17,000 m compared to 12,344 m for the F-84 Thunderjet. The Cheetah has been produced in 38 units vs 7,524 for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-84 Thunderjet first flew 40 years before the Cheetah (1946 vs 1986).
| South African jet fighter, evolved in the Cold War era, extensively deployed for air defence and aerial refuelling missions. | |
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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 | $-- 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 | 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 | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1001 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,080 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,344 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,590 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,200 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,522 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Cheetah or F-84 Thunderjet?
The Cheetah is faster with a maximum speed of 2,338 km/h compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h, a difference of 1,337 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Cheetah or F-84 Thunderjet?
The Cheetah has a longer range at 1,300 km compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,080 km.
Which can fly higher, the Cheetah or F-84 Thunderjet?
The Cheetah has a higher service ceiling at 17,000 meters (55,774 ft) compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 12,344 meters (40,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the Cheetah or F-84 Thunderjet?
The Cheetah has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16,500 kg compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg.
Which is larger, the Cheetah or F-84 Thunderjet?
The Cheetah is longer at 15.7 meters compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 11.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Cheetah or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet entered service first in 1950, 36 years before the Cheetah which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Cheetah or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in greater numbers with 7,524 units compared to 38 units of the Cheetah.