F-101 Voodoo vs Lightning
Overview
The F-101 Voodoo and the Lightning are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and English Electric respectively.
Top speed is 1,825 km/h for the F-101 Voodoo vs 2,414 km/h for the Lightning. The F-101 Voodoo has an operational range of 2,450 km vs 1,367 km for the Lightning. The F-101 Voodoo operates at altitudes up to 17,800 m compared to 16,459 m for the Lightning.
The F-101 Voodoo has been produced in 807 units vs 337 for the Lightning. Unit cost is $2M for the F-101 Voodoo vs $2M for the Lightning.
| American supersonic jet fighter, used extensively during the Cold War, significant for its reconnaissance roles in the Cuban Missile Crisis. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas |
| First flight | 29 September 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1959 |
| Number produced | 807 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| British interceptor aircraft, recognized for Cold War era service, extensively deployed for high speed, high altitude defensive roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | English Electric |
| First flight | 4 August 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1960 |
| Number produced | 337 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Wing area | 34.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 20.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1825 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,450 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 17,800 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,770 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 12,925 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 5,433 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 44.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 6.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 16.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2414 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,367 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 16,459 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 20,752 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 14,092 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 5,684 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-101 Voodoo or Lightning?
The Lightning is faster with a maximum speed of 2,414 km/h compared to the F-101 Voodoo's 1,825 km/h, a difference of 589 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-101 Voodoo or Lightning?
The F-101 Voodoo has a longer range at 2,450 km compared to the Lightning's 1,367 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-101 Voodoo or Lightning?
The F-101 Voodoo has a higher service ceiling at 17,800 meters (58,398 ft) compared to the Lightning's 16,459 meters (53,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-101 Voodoo or Lightning?
The F-101 Voodoo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,770 kg compared to the Lightning's 20,752 kg.
Which is larger, the F-101 Voodoo or Lightning?
The F-101 Voodoo is longer at 20.6 meters compared to the Lightning's 16.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-101 Voodoo or Lightning?
The Lightning is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the F-101 Voodoo at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-101 Voodoo or Lightning?
The F-101 Voodoo entered service first in 1959, 1 years before the Lightning which entered service in 1960.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-101 Voodoo or Lightning?
The F-101 Voodoo has been produced in greater numbers with 807 units compared to 337 units of the Lightning.