F-16 Fighting Falcon vs F-4 Phantom II
The F-16 Fighting Falcon and the F-4 Phantom II are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by General Dynamics and McDonnell respectively. Top speed is 2,410 km/h for the F-16 Fighting Falcon vs 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-16 Fighting Falcon has an operational range of 546 km vs 680 km for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-16 Fighting Falcon operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 18,288 m for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-16 Fighting Falcon has been produced in 4,604 units vs 5,195 for the F-4 Phantom II. Unit cost is $75M for the F-16 Fighting Falcon vs $3M for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 16 years before the F-16 Fighting Falcon (1958 vs 1974).
| American multirole fighter, famed in late Cold War conflicts, renowned for performance in precision daytime strikes and defensive counter air operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | General Dynamics |
| First flight | 2 February 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1979 |
| Number produced | 4604 units |
| Average unit price | $75 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 | 27.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2410 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 546 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,288 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,570 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 7,777 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-16 Fighting Falcon or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-16 Fighting Falcon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,410 km/h compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 2,370 km/h, a difference of 40 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-16 Fighting Falcon or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has a longer range at 680 km compared to the F-16 Fighting Falcon's 546 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-16 Fighting Falcon 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-16 Fighting Falcon's 18,288 meters (60,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-16 Fighting Falcon or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the F-16 Fighting Falcon's 19,200 kg.
Which is larger, the F-16 Fighting Falcon or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the F-16 Fighting Falcon's 15.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-16 Fighting Falcon or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-16 Fighting Falcon is more expensive at approximately $75 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-16 Fighting Falcon or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 17 years before the F-16 Fighting Falcon which entered service in 1979.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-16 Fighting Falcon or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 4,604 units of the F-16 Fighting Falcon.