F-4 Phantom II vs Harrier
The F-4 Phantom II and the Harrier are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and British Aerospace respectively. The F-4 Phantom II reaches 2,370 km/h — 2.0x the Harrier's 1,183 km/h. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,500 km for the Harrier. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 14,996 m for the Harrier. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 2.4x the Harrier's 11,500 kg. The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 380 for the Harrier. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $24M for the Harrier. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 10 years before the Harrier (1958 vs 1968).
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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 |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aerospace |
| First flight | 28 December 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1969 |
| Number produced | 380 units |
| Average unit price | $24 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 | 18.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 7.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1183 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,500 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 14,996 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,500 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,530 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 8,618 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or Harrier?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Harrier's 1,183 km/h, a difference of 1,187 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or Harrier?
The Harrier has a longer range at 1,500 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or Harrier?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the Harrier's 14,996 meters (49,199 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or Harrier?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the Harrier's 11,500 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or Harrier?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Harrier's 13.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or Harrier?
The Harrier is more expensive at approximately $24 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or Harrier?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 7 years before the Harrier which entered service in 1969.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or Harrier?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 380 units of the Harrier.