F-1 / T-2 vs F-4 Phantom II

The F-1 / T-2 and the F-4 Phantom II are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Mitsubishi and McDonnell respectively. Top speed is 1,700 km/h for the F-1 / T-2 vs 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-1 / T-2 has an operational range of 2,870 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 15,240 m for the F-1 / T-2. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 2.2x the F-1 / T-2's 12,800 kg. The F-1 / T-2 has been produced in 77 units vs 5,195 for the F-4 Phantom II. Unit cost is $22M for the F-1 / T-2 vs $3M for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 13 years before the F-1 / T-2 (1958 vs 1971).

Japanese jet fighter-bomber, most prevalent during the Cold War, notably deployed for defense and patrol missions in Japan.
Mitsubishi F-1 / T-2 Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇯🇵 Japan
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mitsubishi
First flight 20 July 1971
Year introduced 1977
Number produced 77 units
Average unit price $22 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 21.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 7.9 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 17.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1700 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,870 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,240 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 12,800 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,197 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 4,272 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 F-1 / T-2 or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the F-1 / T-2's 1,700 km/h, a difference of 670 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-1 / T-2 or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-1 / T-2 has a longer range at 2,870 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-1 / T-2 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 F-1 / T-2's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-1 / T-2 or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the F-1 / T-2's 12,800 kg.
Which is larger, the F-1 / T-2 or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the F-1 / T-2's 17.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-1 / T-2 or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-1 / T-2 is more expensive at approximately $22 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-1 / T-2 or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 15 years before the F-1 / T-2 which entered service in 1977.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-1 / T-2 or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 77 units of the F-1 / T-2.