F-4 Phantom II vs J-16 Qianlong
The F-4 Phantom II and the J-16 Qianlong are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Shenyang respectively. Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 2,120 km/h for the J-16 Qianlong. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 3,000 km for the J-16 Qianlong. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 17,300 m for the J-16 Qianlong. The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 365 for the J-16 Qianlong. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 53 years before the J-16 Qianlong (1958 vs 2011).
| American fighter-bomber, renowned for its widespread use in the Vietnam War and numerous other international military conflicts. | |
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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 |
| Chinese multirole strike fighter, developed from the Shenyang J-11, used by the Chinese Air Force since 2015. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Shenyang |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2015 |
| Number produced | 365 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| 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 16,186 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 62.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 21.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2120 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,300 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 35,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 17,700 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 27,200 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or J-16 Qianlong?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the J-16 Qianlong's 2,120 km/h, a difference of 250 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or J-16 Qianlong?
The J-16 Qianlong has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or J-16 Qianlong?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the J-16 Qianlong's 17,300 meters (56,758 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or J-16 Qianlong?
The J-16 Qianlong has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 35,000 kg compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 28,030 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or J-16 Qianlong?
The J-16 Qianlong is longer at 21.9 meters compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 19.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or J-16 Qianlong?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 53 years before the J-16 Qianlong which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or J-16 Qianlong?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 365 units of the J-16 Qianlong.