F-4 Phantom II vs MiG-27 Flogger

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the MiG-27 Flogger 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 1,885 km/h for the MiG-27 Flogger. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 780 km for the MiG-27 Flogger. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 14,000 m for the MiG-27 Flogger.

The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 1,075 for the MiG-27 Flogger. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $5M for the MiG-27 Flogger. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 14 years before the MiG-27 Flogger (1958 vs 1972).

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 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 ground-attack aircraft, prominent for its use in the Afghan War, optimized for air-to-ground operations.
Mikoyan-Gurevitch MiG-27 Flogger Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Mikoyan-Gurevitch
First flight 17 November 1972
Year introduced 1975
Number produced 1075 units
Average unit price $5 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 37.4 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 14.0 m β—‰
Height 5.0 m β—‰
Length 17.1 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1885 km/h β—‰
Operational range 780 km β—‰
Service ceiling 14,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 20,670 kg β—‰
Empty weight 11,908 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 8,006 kgf β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-27 Flogger?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the MiG-27 Flogger's 1,885 km/h, a difference of 485 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-27 Flogger?
The MiG-27 Flogger has a longer range at 780 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-27 Flogger?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the MiG-27 Flogger's 14,000 meters (45,931 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-27 Flogger?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the MiG-27 Flogger's 20,670 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-27 Flogger?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the MiG-27 Flogger's 17.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-27 Flogger?
The MiG-27 Flogger is more expensive at approximately $5.0 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-27 Flogger?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 13 years before the MiG-27 Flogger which entered service in 1975.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or MiG-27 Flogger?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 1,075 units of the MiG-27 Flogger.