F-4 Phantom II vs Sea Harrier

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the Sea Harrier are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and British Aerospace respectively.

The F-4 Phantom II reaches 2,370 km/h — 2.1x the Sea Harrier's 1,145 km/h. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 740 km for the Sea Harrier. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 16,000 m for the Sea Harrier. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 2.4x the Sea Harrier's 11,884 kg.

The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 111 for the Sea Harrier. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $15.6M for the Sea Harrier. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 20 years before the Sea Harrier (1958 vs 1978).

F-4 Phantom II

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
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Sea Harrier

British naval short take-off and vertical landing jet fighter, reconnaissance and attack aircraft, developed in the late 1970s and operated from aircraft carriers for air defence and ground attack until the early 21st century.
British Aerospace Sea Harrier Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer British Aerospace
First flight 20 August 1978
Year introduced 1980
Number produced 111 units
Average unit price $15.6 million
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F-4 Phantom II

Wing area 49.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.7 m ◉
Height 5.0 m ◉
Length 19.0 m ◉
Maximum speed 2370 km/h ◉
Operational range 680 km ◉
Service ceiling 18,288 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 28,030 kg ◉
Empty weight 13,757 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 8,093 kgf ◉

Sea Harrier

Wing area 18.7 m² ◉
Wingspan 7.7 m ◉
Height 3.7 m ◉
Length 14.2 m ◉
Maximum speed 1145 km/h ◉
Operational range 740 km ◉
Service ceiling 16,000 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 11,884 kg ◉
Empty weight 6,616 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 96 kN ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or Sea Harrier?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Sea Harrier's 1,145 km/h, a difference of 1,225 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or Sea Harrier?
The Sea Harrier has a longer range at 740 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or Sea Harrier?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the Sea Harrier's 16,000 meters (52,493 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or Sea Harrier?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the Sea Harrier's 11,884 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or Sea Harrier?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Sea Harrier's 14.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or Sea Harrier?
The Sea Harrier is more expensive at approximately $16 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or Sea Harrier?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 18 years before the Sea Harrier which entered service in 1980.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or Sea Harrier?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 111 units of the Sea Harrier.

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