F-4 Phantom II vs Strikemaster
Overview
The F-4 Phantom II and the Strikemaster are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and British Aircraft Corporation respectively.
The F-4 Phantom II reaches 2,370 km/h — 3.1x the Strikemaster's 774 km/h. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 2,224 km for the Strikemaster. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 12,000 m for the Strikemaster. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 5.4x the Strikemaster's 5,216 kg.
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 146 for the Strikemaster. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 9 years before the Strikemaster (1958 vs 1967).
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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 |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aircraft Corporation |
| First flight | 26 October 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1968 |
| Number produced | 146 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wing area | 19.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.3 m ◉ |
| Length | 10.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 774 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,224 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,216 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,810 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 14 kN ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or Strikemaster?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Strikemaster's 774 km/h, a difference of 1,596 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or Strikemaster?
The Strikemaster has a longer range at 2,224 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or Strikemaster?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the Strikemaster's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or Strikemaster?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the Strikemaster's 5,216 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or Strikemaster?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Strikemaster's 10.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or Strikemaster?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 6 years before the Strikemaster which entered service in 1968.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or Strikemaster?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 146 units of the Strikemaster.