F-4 Phantom II vs Su-15 Flagon
The F-4 Phantom II and the Su-15 Flagon are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 1,971 km/h for the Su-15 Flagon. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,380 km for the Su-15 Flagon. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 17,678 m for the Su-15 Flagon. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 2.2x the Su-15 Flagon's 13,000 kg. The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 1,290 for the Su-15 Flagon. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $4M for the Su-15 Flagon. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 4 years before the Su-15 Flagon (1958 vs 1962).
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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 |
| Soviet interceptor jet, notable for its Cold War service, involved notably in significant incidents such as Korean Air Lines Flight 007. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 30 May 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 1290 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| 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 16,186 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1971 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,380 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,678 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,956 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,853 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-15 Flagon?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 1,971 km/h, a difference of 399 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon has a longer range at 1,380 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-15 Flagon?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 17,678 meters (57,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-15 Flagon?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 13,000 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-15 Flagon?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Su-15 Flagon's 16.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-15 Flagon?
The Su-15 Flagon is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-15 Flagon?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 5 years before the Su-15 Flagon which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-15 Flagon?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 1,290 units of the Su-15 Flagon.