Étendard IVM vs F-4 Phantom II

Overview

The Étendard IVM and the F-4 Phantom II are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Dassault and McDonnell respectively.

The F-4 Phantom II reaches 2,370 km/h — 2.2x the Étendard IVM's 1,099 km/h. The Étendard IVM has an operational range of 3,300 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 15,500 m for the Étendard IVM. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 2.7x the Étendard IVM's 10,200 kg.

The Étendard IVM has been produced in 90 units vs 5,195 for the F-4 Phantom II. The Étendard IVM first flew 2 years before the F-4 Phantom II (1956 vs 1958).

French carrier-borne transonic strike fighter, developed in the 1950s and operated by the French Navy from the 1960s until the late 20th century.
Dassault Étendard IVM Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault
First flight 24 July 1956
Year introduced 1962
Number produced 90 units
Average unit price --
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 28.4 m²
Wingspan 9.6 m
Height 3.9 m
Length 14.4 m
Maximum speed 1099 km/h
Operational range 3,300 km
Service ceiling 15,500 m
Max. takeoff weight 10,200 kg
Empty weight 5,897 kg
Total thrust 1 x 43 kN
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 Étendard IVM or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Étendard IVM's 1,099 km/h, a difference of 1,271 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Étendard IVM or F-4 Phantom II?
The Étendard IVM has a longer range at 3,300 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the Étendard IVM 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 Étendard IVM's 15,500 meters (50,853 ft).
Which is heavier, the Étendard IVM or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the Étendard IVM's 10,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Étendard IVM or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Étendard IVM's 14.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the Étendard IVM or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 0 years before the Étendard IVM which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Étendard IVM or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 90 units of the Étendard IVM.