F-4 Phantom II vs Su-37 Super Flanker
The F-4 Phantom II and the Su-37 Super Flanker are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 2,494 km/h for the Su-37 Super Flanker. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 3,300 km for the Su-37 Super Flanker. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 18,000 m for the Su-37 Super Flanker. The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 1 for the Su-37 Super Flanker. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $70M for the Su-37 Super Flanker. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 38 years before the Su-37 Super Flanker (1958 vs 1996).
| American fighter-bomber, renowned for its widespread use in the Vietnam War and numerous other international military conflicts. | |
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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 |
| Russian multirole fighter, operational from mid-1990s, renowned for supermaneuverability and not largely distributed outside experimental use. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 12 April 1996 |
| Year introduced | 1997 |
| Number produced | 1 units |
| Average unit price | $70 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 | 62.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2494 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 35,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 18,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 15,196 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-37 Super Flanker?
The Su-37 Super Flanker is faster with a maximum speed of 2,494 km/h compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 2,370 km/h, a difference of 124 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-37 Super Flanker?
The Su-37 Super Flanker has a longer range at 3,300 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-37 Super Flanker?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the Su-37 Super Flanker's 18,000 meters (59,055 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-37 Super Flanker?
The Su-37 Super Flanker has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 35,000 kg compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 28,030 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-37 Super Flanker?
The Su-37 Super Flanker is longer at 22.2 meters compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 19.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-37 Super Flanker?
The Su-37 Super Flanker is more expensive at approximately $70 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-37 Super Flanker?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 35 years before the Su-37 Super Flanker which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-37 Super Flanker?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 1 units of the Su-37 Super Flanker.