F-4 Phantom II vs F-84 Thunderjet
The F-4 Phantom II and the F-84 Thunderjet are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Republic respectively. The F-4 Phantom II reaches 2,370 km/h — 2.4x the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,080 km for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 12,344 m for the F-84 Thunderjet. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 2.6x the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg. The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 7,524 for the F-84 Thunderjet. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $1.4M for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-84 Thunderjet first flew 12 years before the F-4 Phantom II (1946 vs 1958).
| 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 |
| American fighter-bomber of the 1940s–1950s era, notable in the Korean War for close air support and strategic bombing missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Republic |
| First flight | 28 February 1946 |
| Year introduced | 1950 |
| Number produced | 7524 units |
| Average unit price | $1.4 million |
| 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 16,186 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1001 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,080 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,344 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,590 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,200 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,522 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h, a difference of 1,369 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet has a longer range at 1,080 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 12,344 meters (40,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 11.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-4 Phantom II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the F-84 Thunderjet at $1.4 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet entered service first in 1950, 12 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-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in greater numbers with 7,524 units compared to 5,195 units of the F-4 Phantom II.