F-4 Phantom II vs Su-24 Fencer

The F-4 Phantom II and the Su-24 Fencer are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 1,450 km/h for the Su-24 Fencer. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 615 km for the Su-24 Fencer. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 16,500 m for the Su-24 Fencer. The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 1,400 for the Su-24 Fencer. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $25M for the Su-24 Fencer. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 9 years before the Su-24 Fencer (1958 vs 1967).

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
Soviet strike/bomber, distinctively recognized in Afghanistan conflicts during the Cold War, extensively served in post-Soviet states and naval aviation.
Sukhoi Su-24 Fencer Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Sukhoi
First flight 2 July 1967
Year introduced 1973
Number produced 1400 units
Average unit price $25 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 46.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 17.6 m â—‰
Height 6.2 m â—‰
Length 24.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1450 km/h â—‰
Operational range 615 km â—‰
Service ceiling 16,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 39,700 kg â—‰
Empty weight 22,320 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 15,574 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-24 Fencer?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Su-24 Fencer's 1,450 km/h, a difference of 920 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-24 Fencer?
The F-4 Phantom II has a longer range at 680 km compared to the Su-24 Fencer's 615 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-24 Fencer?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the Su-24 Fencer's 16,500 meters (54,133 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 39,700 kg compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 28,030 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer is longer at 24.5 meters compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 19.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-24 Fencer?
The Su-24 Fencer is more expensive at approximately $25 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-24 Fencer?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 11 years before the Su-24 Fencer which entered service in 1973.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-24 Fencer?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 1,400 units of the Su-24 Fencer.