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.
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
Chinese multirole strike fighter, developed from the Shenyang J-11, used by the Chinese Air Force since 2015.
Shenyang J-16 Qianlong Combat profile drawing
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.