F-4 Phantom II vs Ajeet

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the Ajeet are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and HAL respectively.

The F-4 Phantom II reaches 2,370 km/h — 2.1x the Ajeet's 1,152 km/h. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 172 km for the Ajeet. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 13,720 m for the Ajeet. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 6.7x the Ajeet's 4,173 kg.

The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 89 for the Ajeet. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 17 years before the Ajeet (1958 vs 1975).

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
Indian jet-powered light fighter and interceptor, developed in the 1970s and operated by the Indian Air Force between 1977 and 1991.
HAL Ajeet Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇳 India
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer HAL
First flight 6 March 1975
Year introduced 1977
Number produced 89 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 49.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.7 m â—‰
Height 5.0 m â—‰
Length 19.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2370 km/h â—‰
Operational range 680 km â—‰
Service ceiling 18,288 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 28,030 kg â—‰
Empty weight 13,757 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 8,093 kgf â—‰
Wing area 12.7 m² ◉
Wingspan 6.7 m â—‰
Height 2.5 m â—‰
Length 9.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1152 km/h â—‰
Operational range 172 km â—‰
Service ceiling 13,720 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,173 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,307 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 20 kN â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or Ajeet?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Ajeet's 1,152 km/h, a difference of 1,218 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or Ajeet?
The F-4 Phantom II has a longer range at 680 km compared to the Ajeet's 172 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or Ajeet?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the Ajeet's 13,720 meters (45,013 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or Ajeet?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the Ajeet's 4,173 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or Ajeet?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Ajeet's 9.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or Ajeet?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 15 years before the Ajeet which entered service in 1977.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or Ajeet?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 89 units of the Ajeet.