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. | |
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| 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. | |
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| 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.