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).
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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 strike/bomber, distinctively recognized in Afghanistan conflicts during the Cold War, extensively served in post-Soviet states and naval aviation. | |
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| 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.