F-4 Phantom II vs J-5 Fresco
Overview
The F-4 Phantom II and the J-5 Fresco are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Shenyang respectively.
The F-4 Phantom II reaches 2,370 km/h — 2.1x the J-5 Fresco's 1,130 km/h. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,424 km for the J-5 Fresco. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 16,500 m for the J-5 Fresco. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 4.7x the J-5 Fresco's 6,000 kg.
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 767 for the J-5 Fresco. The J-5 Fresco first flew 2 years before the F-4 Phantom II (1956 vs 1958).
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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 single-seat jet interceptor and fighter aircraft, derived from the Soviet MiG-17, developed in the mid-1950s and widely operated during the Cold War. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Shenyang |
| First flight | 19 July 1956 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 767 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 8,093 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 22.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1130 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,424 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 16,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,939 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 25 kN ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or J-5 Fresco?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the J-5 Fresco's 1,130 km/h, a difference of 1,240 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or J-5 Fresco?
The J-5 Fresco has a longer range at 1,424 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or J-5 Fresco?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the J-5 Fresco's 16,500 meters (54,133 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or J-5 Fresco?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the J-5 Fresco's 6,000 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or J-5 Fresco?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the J-5 Fresco's 11.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or J-5 Fresco?
The J-5 Fresco entered service first in 1956, 6 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-5 Fresco?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 767 units of the J-5 Fresco.