F-4 Phantom II vs F-8 Crusader

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the F-8 Crusader are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Vought respectively.

Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 1,971 km/h for the F-8 Crusader. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 730 km for the F-8 Crusader. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 17,678 m for the F-8 Crusader. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 2.2x the F-8 Crusader's 13,000 kg.

The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 1,219 for the F-8 Crusader. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $2.5M for the F-8 Crusader. The F-8 Crusader first flew 3 years before the F-4 Phantom II (1955 vs 1958).

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 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-8 Crusader

American fighter aircraft, notable for its Cold War-era use, largely deployed in the Vietnam War and the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Vought F-8 Crusader Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Vought
First flight 25 March 1955
Year introduced 1957
Number produced 1219 units
Average unit price $2.5 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-8 Crusader

Wing area 34.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.9 m ◉
Height 4.8 m ◉
Length 16.5 m ◉
Maximum speed 1971 km/h ◉
Operational range 730 km ◉
Service ceiling 17,678 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 13,000 kg ◉
Empty weight 7,956 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 4,853 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or F-8 Crusader?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the F-8 Crusader's 1,971 km/h, a difference of 399 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or F-8 Crusader?
The F-8 Crusader has a longer range at 730 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or F-8 Crusader?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the F-8 Crusader's 17,678 meters (57,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or F-8 Crusader?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the F-8 Crusader's 13,000 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or F-8 Crusader?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the F-8 Crusader's 16.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or F-8 Crusader?
The F-4 Phantom II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the F-8 Crusader at $2.5 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or F-8 Crusader?
The F-8 Crusader entered service first in 1957, 5 years before the F-4 Phantom II which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or F-8 Crusader?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 1,219 units of the F-8 Crusader.

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