F-4 Phantom II vs MD-450 Ouragan

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the MD-450 Ouragan are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Dassault respectively.

The F-4 Phantom II reaches 2,370 km/h — 2.5x the MD-450 Ouragan's 940 km/h. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 450 km for the MD-450 Ouragan. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 13,000 m for the MD-450 Ouragan. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 3.5x the MD-450 Ouragan's 7,900 kg.

The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 567 for the MD-450 Ouragan. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $1M for the MD-450 Ouragan. The MD-450 Ouragan first flew 9 years before the F-4 Phantom II (1949 vs 1958).

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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MD-450 Ouragan

French fighter-bomber from the early Cold War era, known for its service in the Suez Crisis and Indo-Pakistani War.
Dassault MD-450 Ouragan Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault
First flight 28 February 1949
Year introduced 1952
Number produced 567 units
Average unit price $1 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 ◉

MD-450 Ouragan

Wing area 23.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 13.2 m ◉
Height 4.1 m ◉
Length 10.7 m ◉
Maximum speed 940 km/h ◉
Operational range 450 km ◉
Service ceiling 13,000 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 7,900 kg ◉
Empty weight 4,142 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 2,263 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or MD-450 Ouragan?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the MD-450 Ouragan's 940 km/h, a difference of 1,430 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or MD-450 Ouragan?
The F-4 Phantom II has a longer range at 680 km compared to the MD-450 Ouragan's 450 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or MD-450 Ouragan?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the MD-450 Ouragan's 13,000 meters (42,650 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or MD-450 Ouragan?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the MD-450 Ouragan's 7,900 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or MD-450 Ouragan?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the MD-450 Ouragan's 10.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or MD-450 Ouragan?
The F-4 Phantom II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the MD-450 Ouragan at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or MD-450 Ouragan?
The MD-450 Ouragan entered service first in 1952, 10 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 MD-450 Ouragan?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 567 units of the MD-450 Ouragan.

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