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).

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 🇺🇸 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.
IAI Nesher Combat profile drawing
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.