F-4 Phantom II vs Mirage IV

Overview

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

Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 2,340 km/h for the Mirage IV. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,240 km for the Mirage IV. The Mirage IV 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 66 for the Mirage IV. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $15M for the Mirage IV. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 1 years before the Mirage IV (1958 vs 1959).

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 strategic bomber, deployed during the Cold War, renowned for nuclear deterrence patrols.
Dassault Mirage IV Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault
First flight 17 June 1959
Year introduced 1964
Number produced 66 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 78.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 11.9 m β—‰
Height 5.4 m β—‰
Length 23.5 m β—‰
Maximum speed 2340 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,240 km β—‰
Service ceiling 20,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 33,745 kg β—‰
Empty weight 14,500 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 4,700 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage IV?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Mirage IV's 2,340 km/h, a difference of 30 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage IV?
The Mirage IV has a longer range at 1,240 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage IV?
The Mirage IV 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 IV?
The Mirage IV has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,745 kg compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 28,030 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage IV?
The Mirage IV is longer at 23.5 meters compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 19.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage IV?
The Mirage IV 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 Mirage IV?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 2 years before the Mirage IV which entered service in 1964.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage IV?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 66 units of the Mirage IV.