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

Overview

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 aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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 aircraft side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ 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 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 11.7 m β—‰
Height 5.0 m
Length 19.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 2370 km/h β—‰
Operational range 680 km β—‰
Service ceiling 18,288 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 28,030 kg
Empty weight 13,757 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 8,093 kgf β—‰
Wing area 26.3 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 8.4 m β—‰
Height -- m
Length 16.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 2135 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,350 km β—‰
Service ceiling 16,800 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight 8,750 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 9,060 kgf β—‰

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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.