F-4 Phantom II vs Mirage F1

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the Mirage F1 are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Dassault respectively.

Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 2,350 km/h for the Mirage F1. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 425 km for the Mirage F1. The Mirage F1 operates at altitudes up to 20,000 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 726 for the Mirage F1. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $8M for the Mirage F1. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 8 years before the Mirage F1 (1958 vs 1966).

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
French tactical fighter jet, prominent during the Cold War, extensively deployed in various intercontinental conflicts.
Dassault Mirage F1 Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault
First flight 23 December 1966
Year introduced 1973
Number produced 726 units
Average unit price $8 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 25.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 8.5 m β—‰
Height 4.6 m β—‰
Length 15.5 m β—‰
Maximum speed 2350 km/h β—‰
Operational range 425 km β—‰
Service ceiling 20,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 15,200 kg β—‰
Empty weight 8,024 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 5,550 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage F1?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Mirage F1's 2,350 km/h, a difference of 20 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage F1?
The F-4 Phantom II has a longer range at 680 km compared to the Mirage F1's 425 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage F1?
The Mirage F1 has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 18,288 meters (60,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage F1?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the Mirage F1's 15,200 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage F1?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Mirage F1's 15.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage F1?
The Mirage F1 is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage F1?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 11 years before the Mirage F1 which entered service in 1973.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage F1?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 726 units of the Mirage F1.