F-4 Phantom II vs Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot

The F-4 Phantom II and the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 2,135 km/h for the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,350 km for the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 16,800 m for the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot. The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 1,150 for the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $5M for the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot.

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 interceptor, operational during the Cold War, renowned for deployments in the Defense of the USSR.
Sukhoi Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Sukhoi
First flight 20 June 1958
Year introduced 1959
Number produced 1150 units
Average unit price $5 million
Wing area 49.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.7 m â—‰
Height 5.0 m
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
Empty weight 13,757 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 16,186 kgf â—‰
Wing area 26.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.4 m â—‰
Height -- m
Length 16.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2135 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,350 km â—‰
Service ceiling 16,800 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight 8,750 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 9,060 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot's 2,135 km/h, a difference of 235 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot has a longer range at 1,350 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot's 16,800 meters (55,118 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot's 16.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot is more expensive at approximately $5.0 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-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot entered service first in 1959, 3 years before the F-4 Phantom II which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 1,150 units of the Su-9 / Su-11 Fishpot.