F-111 Aardvark vs F-4 Phantom II
Overview
The F-111 Aardvark and the F-4 Phantom II are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by General Dynamics and McDonnell respectively.
Top speed is 2,655 km/h for the F-111 Aardvark vs 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-111 Aardvark has an operational range of 5,940 km vs 680 km for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-111 Aardvark operates at altitudes up to 20,117 m compared to 18,288 m for the F-4 Phantom II.
The F-111 Aardvark has been produced in 563 units vs 5,195 for the F-4 Phantom II. Unit cost is $15M for the F-111 Aardvark vs $3M for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 6 years before the F-111 Aardvark (1958 vs 1964).
| American tactical bomber, active during Cold War and significant use in Vietnam and Gulf Wars, renowned for its variable-sweep wings. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | General Dynamics |
| First flight | 21 December 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 563 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| American fighter-bomber, renowned for its widespread use in the Vietnam War and numerous other international military conflicts. | |
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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 | 61.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 19.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 22.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2655 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 5,940 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 20,117 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 45,359 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 21,400 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8,119 kgf ◉ |
| 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 F-111 Aardvark or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-111 Aardvark is faster with a maximum speed of 2,655 km/h compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 2,370 km/h, a difference of 285 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-111 Aardvark or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-111 Aardvark has a longer range at 5,940 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-111 Aardvark or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-111 Aardvark has a higher service ceiling at 20,117 meters (66,000 ft) compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 18,288 meters (60,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-111 Aardvark or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-111 Aardvark has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,359 kg compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 28,030 kg.
Which is larger, the F-111 Aardvark or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-111 Aardvark is longer at 22.4 meters compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 19.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-111 Aardvark or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-111 Aardvark is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-111 Aardvark or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 5 years before the F-111 Aardvark which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-111 Aardvark or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 563 units of the F-111 Aardvark.