F-4 Phantom II vs F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and AIDC respectively.

Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 2,223 km/h for the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,100 km for the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 16,764 m for the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 2.3x the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 12,247 kg.

The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 137 for the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $30M for the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 31 years before the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo (1958 vs 1989).

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-CK-1 Ching-Kuo

Taiwanese multirole fighter, operational since the 1990s, combat proven during cross-strait tensions with China.
AIDC F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇹🇼 Taiwan
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer AIDC
First flight 28 May 1989
Year introduced 1994
Number produced 137 units
Average unit price $30 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-CK-1 Ching-Kuo

Wing area 24.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.0 m ◉
Height 4.4 m ◉
Length 14.2 m ◉
Maximum speed 2223 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,100 km ◉
Service ceiling 16,764 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 12,247 kg ◉
Empty weight 6,486 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 2,722 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 2,223 km/h, a difference of 147 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo?
The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo has a longer range at 1,100 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 16,764 meters (55,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 12,247 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo's 14.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo?
The F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo is more expensive at approximately $30 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-CK-1 Ching-Kuo?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 32 years before the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 137 units of the F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo.

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