F-4 Phantom II vs MiG-17 Fresco
The F-4 Phantom II and the MiG-17 Fresco are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively. Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 1,193 km/h for the MiG-17 Fresco. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 2,020 km for the MiG-17 Fresco. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 15,600 m for the MiG-17 Fresco. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 5.4x the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg. The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 10,649 for the MiG-17 Fresco. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $0.6M for the MiG-17 Fresco. The MiG-17 Fresco first flew 8 years before the F-4 Phantom II (1950 vs 1958).
| American fighter-bomber, renowned for its widespread use in the Vietnam War and numerous other international military conflicts. | |
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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 |
| Soviet jet fighter, renowned for significant roles during the Vietnam War, utilized for interception and ground-attack missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 14 January 1950 |
| Year introduced | 1952 |
| Number produced | 10649 units |
| Average unit price | $0.6 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 | 22.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1193 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,020 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,210 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,705 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,000 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 1,193 km/h, a difference of 1,177 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has a longer range at 2,020 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 15,600 meters (51,181 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 5,210 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the MiG-17 Fresco's 11.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The F-4 Phantom II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the MiG-17 Fresco at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco 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 MiG-17 Fresco?
The MiG-17 Fresco has been produced in greater numbers with 10,649 units compared to 5,195 units of the F-4 Phantom II.