F-4 Phantom II vs J-11 Responsive Dragon

The F-4 Phantom II and the J-11 Responsive Dragon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Shenyang respectively. Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 2,500 km/h for the J-11 Responsive Dragon. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 3,530 km for the J-11 Responsive Dragon. The J-11 Responsive Dragon operates at altitudes up to 18,500 m compared to 18,288 m for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 442 for the J-11 Responsive Dragon. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $30M for the J-11 Responsive Dragon. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 40 years before the J-11 Responsive Dragon (1958 vs 1998).

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 modernized variant of the Soviet Su-27 Flanker twin-engine combat aircraft.
Shenyang J-11 Responsive Dragon Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Shenyang
First flight 1 January 1998
Year introduced 1998
Number produced 442 units
Average unit price $30 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 52.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 14.7 m â—‰
Height 5.9 m â—‰
Length 21.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2500 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,530 km â—‰
Service ceiling 18,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 33,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 16,380 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 15,300 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or J-11 Responsive Dragon?
The J-11 Responsive Dragon is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 2,370 km/h, a difference of 130 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or J-11 Responsive Dragon?
The J-11 Responsive Dragon has a longer range at 3,530 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or J-11 Responsive Dragon?
The J-11 Responsive Dragon has a higher service ceiling at 18,500 meters (60,695 ft) compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 18,288 meters (60,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or J-11 Responsive Dragon?
The J-11 Responsive Dragon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,000 kg compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 28,030 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or J-11 Responsive Dragon?
The J-11 Responsive Dragon is longer at 21.9 meters compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 19.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or J-11 Responsive Dragon?
The J-11 Responsive Dragon is more expensive at approximately $30 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-11 Responsive Dragon?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 36 years before the J-11 Responsive Dragon which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or J-11 Responsive Dragon?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 442 units of the J-11 Responsive Dragon.