F-5E Tiger II vs F-84 Thunderjet

The F-5E Tiger II and the F-84 Thunderjet are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Northrop and Republic respectively. Top speed is 1,700 km/h for the F-5E Tiger II vs 1,001 km/h for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-5E Tiger II has an operational range of 891 km vs 1,080 km for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-5E Tiger II operates at altitudes up to 15,789 m compared to 12,344 m for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-5E Tiger II has been produced in 1,399 units vs 7,524 for the F-84 Thunderjet. Unit cost is $3M for the F-5E Tiger II vs $1.4M for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-84 Thunderjet first flew 26 years before the F-5E Tiger II (1946 vs 1972).

American fighter jet, used in the Cold War era, notable for its worldwide military deployments, including operation Desert Storm.
Northrop F-5E Tiger II Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Northrop
First flight 11 August 1972
Year introduced 1976
Number produced 1399 units
Average unit price $3 million
American fighter-bomber of the 1940s–1950s era, notable in the Korean War for close air support and strategic bombing missions.
Republic F-84 Thunderjet Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Republic
First flight 28 February 1946
Year introduced 1950
Number produced 7524 units
Average unit price $1.4 million
Wing area 17.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.1 m â—‰
Height 4.1 m â—‰
Length 14.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1700 km/h â—‰
Operational range 891 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,789 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,187 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,349 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 3,176 kgf â—‰
Wing area 24.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.1 m â—‰
Height 3.8 m â—‰
Length 11.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1001 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,080 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,344 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 10,590 kg â—‰
Empty weight 5,200 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 2,522 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-5E Tiger II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-5E Tiger II is faster with a maximum speed of 1,700 km/h compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h, a difference of 699 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-5E Tiger II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet has a longer range at 1,080 km compared to the F-5E Tiger II's 891 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-5E Tiger II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-5E Tiger II has a higher service ceiling at 15,789 meters (51,801 ft) compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 12,344 meters (40,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-5E Tiger II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-5E Tiger II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,187 kg compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg.
Which is larger, the F-5E Tiger II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-5E Tiger II is longer at 14.4 meters compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 11.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-5E Tiger II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-5E Tiger II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the F-84 Thunderjet at $1.4 million.
Which entered service first, the F-5E Tiger II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet entered service first in 1950, 26 years before the F-5E Tiger II which entered service in 1976.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-5E Tiger II or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in greater numbers with 7,524 units compared to 1,399 units of the F-5E Tiger II.