F-4 Phantom II vs J-10 Vigorous Dragon
The F-4 Phantom II and the J-10 Vigorous Dragon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Chengdu respectively. Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 2,400 km/h for the J-10 Vigorous Dragon. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,850 km for the J-10 Vigorous Dragon. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 18,000 m for the J-10 Vigorous Dragon. The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 602 for the J-10 Vigorous Dragon. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $45M for the J-10 Vigorous Dragon. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 40 years before the J-10 Vigorous Dragon (1958 vs 1998).
| 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 fighter jet, active in the 21st century, used extensively by the PLA Air Force and Navy. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Chengdu |
| First flight | 23 March 1998 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 602 units |
| Average unit price | $45 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 | 39.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2400 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,278 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,750 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 7,670 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,400 km/h compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 2,370 km/h, a difference of 30 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the J-10 Vigorous Dragon's 18,000 meters (59,055 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the J-10 Vigorous Dragon's 19,278 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the J-10 Vigorous Dragon's 15.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The J-10 Vigorous Dragon is more expensive at approximately $45 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 43 years before the J-10 Vigorous Dragon which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or J-10 Vigorous Dragon?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 602 units of the J-10 Vigorous Dragon.