F-4 Phantom II vs MiG-17 Fresco

Overview

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).

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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MiG-17 Fresco

Soviet jet fighter, renowned for significant roles during the Vietnam War, utilized for interception and ground-attack missions.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-17 Fresco Combat profile drawing
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 $600K
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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 ◉

MiG-17 Fresco

Wing area 22.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.6 m ◉
Height 3.8 m ◉
Length 11.3 m ◉
Maximum speed 1193 km/h ◉
Operational range 2,020 km ◉
Service ceiling 15,600 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 5,210 kg ◉
Empty weight 3,705 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 2,000 kgf ◉

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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.

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