F-4 Phantom II vs Jaguar
The F-4 Phantom II and the Jaguar are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and SEPECAT respectively. Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 1,593 km/h for the Jaguar. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 815 km for the Jaguar. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 14,000 m for the Jaguar. The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 573 for the Jaguar. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $10M for the Jaguar. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 10 years before the Jaguar (1958 vs 1968).
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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 |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | SEPECAT |
| First flight | 8 September 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 573 units |
| Average unit price | $10 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 | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1593 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 815 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 14,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 15,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 6,000 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or Jaguar?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Jaguar's 1,593 km/h, a difference of 777 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or Jaguar?
The Jaguar has a longer range at 815 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or Jaguar?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the Jaguar's 14,000 meters (45,931 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or Jaguar?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the Jaguar's 15,700 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or Jaguar?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Jaguar's 15.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or Jaguar?
The Jaguar is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or Jaguar?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 10 years before the Jaguar which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or Jaguar?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 573 units of the Jaguar.