F-4 Phantom II vs J-29 Tunnan

The F-4 Phantom II and the J-29 Tunnan are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Saab respectively. The F-4 Phantom II reaches 2,370 km/h — 2.2x the J-29 Tunnan's 1,060 km/h. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,100 km for the J-29 Tunnan. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 15,500 m for the J-29 Tunnan. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 3.3x the J-29 Tunnan's 8,375 kg. The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 661 for the J-29 Tunnan. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $1M for the J-29 Tunnan. The J-29 Tunnan first flew 10 years before the F-4 Phantom II (1948 vs 1958).

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
Swedish jet fighter, developed during the 1940s, renowned for Cold War operations and United Nations deployment in Congo Conflict.
Saab J-29 Tunnan Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇸🇪 Sweden
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Saab
First flight 1 September 1948
Year introduced 1952
Number produced 661 units
Average unit price $1 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 24.2 m²
Wingspan 10.2 m
Height 3.8 m
Length 11.0 m
Maximum speed 1060 km/h
Operational range 1,100 km
Service ceiling 15,500 m
Max. takeoff weight 8,375 kg
Empty weight 4,845 kg
Total thrust 1 x 2,753 kgf

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or J-29 Tunnan?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 1,060 km/h, a difference of 1,310 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or J-29 Tunnan?
The J-29 Tunnan has a longer range at 1,100 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or J-29 Tunnan?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 15,500 meters (50,853 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or J-29 Tunnan?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 8,375 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or J-29 Tunnan?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the J-29 Tunnan's 11.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or J-29 Tunnan?
The F-4 Phantom II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the J-29 Tunnan at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or J-29 Tunnan?
The J-29 Tunnan entered service first in 1952, 10 years before the F-4 Phantom II which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or J-29 Tunnan?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 661 units of the J-29 Tunnan.