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F-4 Phantom II vs F-5 Freedom Fighter

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the F-5 Freedom Fighter are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Northrop respectively.

Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 1,700 km/h for the F-5 Freedom Fighter. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 891 km for the F-5 Freedom Fighter. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 15,789 m for the F-5 Freedom Fighter. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 2.5x the F-5 Freedom Fighter's 11,187 kg.

The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 1,204 for the F-5 Freedom Fighter. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $2M for the F-5 Freedom Fighter. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 1 years before the F-5 Freedom Fighter (1958 vs 1959).

F-4 Phantom II

American fighter-bomber, renowned for its widespread use in the Vietnam War and numerous other international military conflicts.
McDonnell F-4 Phantom II combat aircraft side profile drawing
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
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F-5 Freedom Fighter

American light fighter of Cold War era, notable for worldwide deployment, used extensively in Vietnam and various regional conflicts.
Northrop F-5 Freedom Fighter combat aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Northrop
First flight 30 July 1959
Year introduced 1965
Number produced 1204 units
Average unit price $2 million
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F-4 Phantom II

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 ◉

F-5 Freedom Fighter

Wing area 17.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.1 m ◉
Height 4.1 m ◉
Length 14.5 m ◉
Maximum speed 1700 km/h ◉
Operational range 891 km ◉
Service ceiling 15,789 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 11,187 kg ◉
Empty weight 4,349 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 1,588 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or F-5 Freedom Fighter?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the F-5 Freedom Fighter's 1,700 km/h, a difference of 670 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or F-5 Freedom Fighter?
The F-5 Freedom Fighter has a longer range at 891 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or F-5 Freedom Fighter?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the F-5 Freedom Fighter's 15,789 meters (51,801 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or F-5 Freedom Fighter?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the F-5 Freedom Fighter's 11,187 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or F-5 Freedom Fighter?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the F-5 Freedom Fighter's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or F-5 Freedom Fighter?
The F-4 Phantom II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the F-5 Freedom Fighter at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or F-5 Freedom Fighter?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 3 years before the F-5 Freedom Fighter which entered service in 1965.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or F-5 Freedom Fighter?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 1,204 units of the F-5 Freedom Fighter.

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