F-15E Strike Eagle vs F-4 Phantom II
The F-15E Strike Eagle and the F-4 Phantom II are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and McDonnell respectively. Top speed is 2,655 km/h for the F-15E Strike Eagle vs 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-15E Strike Eagle has an operational range of 1,272 km vs 680 km for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-15E Strike Eagle operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 18,288 m for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-15E Strike Eagle has been produced in 525 units vs 5,195 for the F-4 Phantom II. Unit cost is $87M for the F-15E Strike Eagle vs $3M for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 28 years before the F-15E Strike Eagle (1958 vs 1986).
| American all-weather multirole strike fighter, prominent in the Gulf War for precision strike and deep interdiction missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas |
| First flight | 11 December 1986 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | 525 units |
| Average unit price | $87 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 | 56.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2655 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,272 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,288 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 36,741 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,379 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 26,308 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-15E Strike Eagle or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-15E Strike Eagle 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-15E Strike Eagle or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-15E Strike Eagle has a longer range at 1,272 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-15E Strike Eagle 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-15E Strike Eagle's 18,288 meters (60,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-15E Strike Eagle or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-15E Strike Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 36,741 kg compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 28,030 kg.
Which is larger, the F-15E Strike Eagle or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-15E Strike Eagle is longer at 19.4 meters compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 19.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-15E Strike Eagle or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-15E Strike Eagle is more expensive at approximately $87 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-15E Strike Eagle or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 24 years before the F-15E Strike Eagle which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-15E Strike Eagle or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 525 units of the F-15E Strike Eagle.