F-14 Tomcat vs F-4 Phantom II
Overview
The F-14 Tomcat and the F-4 Phantom II are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Grumman and McDonnell respectively.
Top speed is 2,485 km/h for the F-14 Tomcat vs 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-14 Tomcat has an operational range of 3,000 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 17,069 m for the F-14 Tomcat.
The F-14 Tomcat has been produced in 712 units vs 5,195 for the F-4 Phantom II. Unit cost is $38M for the F-14 Tomcat vs $3M for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 12 years before the F-14 Tomcat (1958 vs 1970).
| American supersonic, twin-engine fighter jet, dominant during the Cold War, extensively deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Grumman |
| First flight | 21 December 1970 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 712 units |
| Average unit price | $38 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 | 52.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 19.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2485 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 17,069 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 33,724 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 18,191 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 11,204 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-14 Tomcat or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-14 Tomcat is faster with a maximum speed of 2,485 km/h compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 2,370 km/h, a difference of 115 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-14 Tomcat or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-14 Tomcat has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-14 Tomcat 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-14 Tomcat's 17,069 meters (56,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-14 Tomcat or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-14 Tomcat has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,724 kg compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 28,030 kg.
Which is larger, the F-14 Tomcat or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-14 Tomcat is longer at 19.1 meters compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 19.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-14 Tomcat or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-14 Tomcat is more expensive at approximately $38 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-14 Tomcat or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 10 years before the F-14 Tomcat which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-14 Tomcat or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 712 units of the F-14 Tomcat.