F-4 Phantom II vs MiG-25 Foxbat

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the MiG-25 Foxbat 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 3,000 km/h for the MiG-25 Foxbat. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,860 km for the MiG-25 Foxbat. The MiG-25 Foxbat operates at altitudes up to 20,700 m compared to 18,288 m for the F-4 Phantom II.

The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 1,186 for the MiG-25 Foxbat. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $15M for the MiG-25 Foxbat. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 6 years before the MiG-25 Foxbat (1958 vs 1964).

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
Soviet interceptor and reconnaissance aircraft, operational during the Cold War, renowned for its high-speed performance.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-25 Foxbat combat aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 6 March 1964
Year introduced 1970
Number produced 1186 units
Average unit price $15 million
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 β—‰
Service ceiling 18,288 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 28,030 kg β—‰
Empty weight 13,757 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 8,093 kgf β—‰
Wing area 61.4 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 14.0 m β—‰
Height 6.1 m β—‰
Length 23.8 m β—‰
Maximum speed 3000 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,860 km β—‰
Service ceiling 20,700 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 36,200 kg β—‰
Empty weight 20,000 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 7,492 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is faster with a maximum speed of 3,000 km/h compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 2,370 km/h, a difference of 630 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a longer range at 1,860 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a higher service ceiling at 20,700 meters (67,913 ft) compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 18,288 meters (60,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 36,200 kg compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 28,030 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is longer at 23.8 meters compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 19.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The MiG-25 Foxbat is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 8 years before the MiG-25 Foxbat which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-25 Foxbat?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 1,186 units of the MiG-25 Foxbat.