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F-4 Phantom II vs J-36

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🇺🇸 F-4 Phantom II
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Specifications
F-4 Phantom II J-36
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇳 China
Category Combat Aircraft Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell Chengdu
First flight 27 May 1958 26 December 2024
Year introduced 1962 --
Number produced 5195 units N/A
Average unit price $3 million --
Wing area 49.2 m² -- m²
Wingspan 11.7 m -- m
Height 5.0 m -- m
Length 19.0 m -- m
Maximum speed 2370 km/h -- km/h
Operational range 680 km -- km
Service ceiling 18,288 m -- m
Max. takeoff weight 28,030 kg -- kg
Empty weight 13,757 kg -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 8,093 kgf 0
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Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the J-36 are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Chengdu respectively.

The F-4 Phantom II first flew 66 years before the J-36 (1958 vs 2024).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or J-36?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the J-36's 0 km/h, a difference of 2,370 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or J-36?
The F-4 Phantom II has a longer range at 680 km compared to the J-36's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or J-36?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the J-36's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or J-36?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the J-36's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or J-36?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the J-36's 0.0 meters.