F-4 Phantom II vs Nesher
Overview
The F-4 Phantom II and the Nesher are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and IAI respectively.
Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 2,573 km/h for the Nesher. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,300 km for the Nesher. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 17,680 m for the Nesher. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 2.1x the Nesher's 13,500 kg.
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 61 for the Nesher. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 11 years before the Nesher (1958 vs 1969).
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| 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 |
| Israeli multirole fighter, developed in the late 1960s as a derivative of the Mirage 5, and extensively used in Middle Eastern and South Atlantic conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 1 September 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 61 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 49.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2370 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 680 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,288 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,030 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 13,757 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8,093 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2573 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,680 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,600 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or Nesher?
The Nesher is faster with a maximum speed of 2,573 km/h compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 2,370 km/h, a difference of 203 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or Nesher?
The Nesher has a longer range at 1,300 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or Nesher?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the Nesher's 17,680 meters (58,005 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or Nesher?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the Nesher's 13,500 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or Nesher?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Nesher's 15.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or Nesher?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 9 years before the Nesher which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or Nesher?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 61 units of the Nesher.