F-4 Phantom II vs F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Boeing respectively.

Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 1,915 km/h for the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 2,346 km for the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 15,940 m for the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet.

The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 632 for the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $70M for the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 37 years before the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet (1958 vs 1995).

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/A-18 E/F Super Hornet

An American carrier-based multirole fighter, derived in the late 20th century, used extensively in global combat operations.
Boeing F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 29 November 1995
Year introduced 2001
Number produced 632 units
Average unit price $70 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/A-18 E/F Super Hornet

Wing area 46.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 13.6 m ◉
Height 4.9 m ◉
Length 18.3 m ◉
Maximum speed 1915 km/h ◉
Operational range 2,346 km ◉
Service ceiling 15,940 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 29,900 kg ◉
Empty weight 14,550 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 9,979 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet's 1,915 km/h, a difference of 455 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet has a longer range at 2,346 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet's 15,940 meters (52,296 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 29,900 kg compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 28,030 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet's 18.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet is more expensive at approximately $70 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 39 years before the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 632 units of the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet.

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