F-4 Phantom II vs J-7 Fishcan

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the J-7 Fishcan are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Chengdu respectively.

Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 2,200 km/h for the J-7 Fishcan. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 850 km for the J-7 Fishcan. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 17,500 m for the J-7 Fishcan. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 3.1x the J-7 Fishcan's 9,100 kg.

The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 2,400 for the J-7 Fishcan. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $2M for the J-7 Fishcan. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 8 years before the J-7 Fishcan (1958 vs 1966).

F-4 Phantom II

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
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J-7 Fishcan

Chinese jet fighter, notable for usage in the late Cold War era, widely deployed in the Third Taiwan Strait Crisis.
Chengdu J-7 Fishcan Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Chengdu
First flight 17 January 1966
Year introduced 1966
Number produced 2400 units
Average unit price $2 million
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F-4 Phantom II

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 ◉

J-7 Fishcan

Wing area 24.9 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.3 m ◉
Height 4.1 m ◉
Length 14.0 m ◉
Maximum speed 2200 km/h ◉
Operational range 850 km ◉
Service ceiling 17,500 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 9,100 kg ◉
Empty weight 5,292 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 4,488 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or J-7 Fishcan?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the J-7 Fishcan's 2,200 km/h, a difference of 170 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or J-7 Fishcan?
The J-7 Fishcan has a longer range at 850 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or J-7 Fishcan?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the J-7 Fishcan's 17,500 meters (57,414 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or J-7 Fishcan?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the J-7 Fishcan's 9,100 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or J-7 Fishcan?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the J-7 Fishcan's 13.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or J-7 Fishcan?
The F-4 Phantom II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the J-7 Fishcan at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or J-7 Fishcan?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 4 years before the J-7 Fishcan which entered service in 1966.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or J-7 Fishcan?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 2,400 units of the J-7 Fishcan.

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