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F-4 Phantom II vs KAAN

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the KAAN are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and TAI respectively.

Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 1,912 km/h for the KAAN. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 16,764 m for the KAAN.

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

American fighter-bomber, renowned for its widespread use in the Vietnam War and numerous other international military conflicts.
McDonnell F-4 Phantom II combat aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell
First flight 27 May 1958
Year introduced 1962
Number produced 5195 units
Average unit price $3 million
Turkish fifth-generation stealth twin-engine air superiority fighter under development by Turkish Aerospace Industries to replace the Turkish Air Force's F-16 fleet from the late 2020s.
TAI KAAN combat aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡· Turkey
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer TAI
First flight 21 February 2024
Year introduced --
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Wing area 49.2 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 11.7 m β—‰
Height 5.0 m β—‰
Length 19.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 2370 km/h β—‰
Operational range 680 km
Service ceiling 18,288 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 28,030 kg β—‰
Empty weight 13,757 kg
Total thrust 2 x 8,093 kgf β—‰
Wing area 71.6 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 13.4 m β—‰
Height 5.0 m β—‰
Length 20.3 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1912 km/h β—‰
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 16,764 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 34,750 kg β—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 66 kN β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or KAAN?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the KAAN's 1,912 km/h, a difference of 458 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or KAAN?
The F-4 Phantom II has a longer range at 680 km compared to the KAAN's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or KAAN?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the KAAN's 16,764 meters (55,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or KAAN?
The KAAN has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 34,750 kg compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 28,030 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or KAAN?
The KAAN is longer at 20.3 meters compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 19.0 meters.