F-4 Phantom II vs F-84F Thunderstreak

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the F-84F Thunderstreak are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Republic respectively.

The F-4 Phantom II reaches 2,370 km/h — 2.2x the F-84F Thunderstreak's 1,060 km/h. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,304 km for the F-84F Thunderstreak. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 12,000 m for the F-84F Thunderstreak. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 2.3x the F-84F Thunderstreak's 12,247 kg.

The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 3,428 for the F-84F Thunderstreak. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $1.6M for the F-84F Thunderstreak. The F-84F Thunderstreak first flew 8 years before the F-4 Phantom II (1950 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 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-84F Thunderstreak

Mid-20th century American fighter-bomber, extensively utilized during the Korean and Cold Wars, notably by NATO forces.
Republic F-84F Thunderstreak combat aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Republic
First flight 3 June 1950
Year introduced 1954
Number produced 3428 units
Average unit price $1.6 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-84F Thunderstreak

Wing area 30.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.2 m ◉
Height 4.6 m ◉
Length 13.2 m ◉
Maximum speed 1060 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,304 km ◉
Service ceiling 12,000 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 12,247 kg ◉
Empty weight 6,789 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 3,275 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or F-84F Thunderstreak?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the F-84F Thunderstreak's 1,060 km/h, a difference of 1,310 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or F-84F Thunderstreak?
The F-84F Thunderstreak has a longer range at 1,304 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or F-84F Thunderstreak?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the F-84F Thunderstreak's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or F-84F Thunderstreak?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the F-84F Thunderstreak's 12,247 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or F-84F Thunderstreak?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the F-84F Thunderstreak's 13.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or F-84F Thunderstreak?
The F-4 Phantom II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the F-84F Thunderstreak at $1.6 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or F-84F Thunderstreak?
The F-84F Thunderstreak entered service first in 1954, 8 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-84F Thunderstreak?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 3,428 units of the F-84F Thunderstreak.

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