F-84 Thunderjet vs Harrier

The F-84 Thunderjet and the Harrier are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Republic and British Aerospace respectively. Top speed is 1,001 km/h for the F-84 Thunderjet vs 1,183 km/h for the Harrier. The F-84 Thunderjet has an operational range of 1,080 km vs 1,500 km for the Harrier. The Harrier operates at altitudes up to 14,996 m compared to 12,344 m for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in 7,524 units vs 380 for the Harrier. Unit cost is $1.4M for the F-84 Thunderjet vs $24M for the Harrier. The F-84 Thunderjet first flew 22 years before the Harrier (1946 vs 1968).

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
British vertical and short takeoff and landing jet, known for Falklands War deployments and Cold War service.
British Aerospace Harrier Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer British Aerospace
First flight 28 December 1968
Year introduced 1969
Number produced 380 units
Average unit price $24 million
Wing area 24.0 m²
Wingspan 11.1 m
Height 3.8 m
Length 11.6 m
Maximum speed 1001 km/h
Operational range 1,080 km
Service ceiling 12,344 m
Max. takeoff weight 10,590 kg
Empty weight 5,200 kg
Total thrust 1 x 2,522 kgf
Wing area 18.7 m²
Wingspan 7.7 m
Height 3.5 m
Length 13.9 m
Maximum speed 1183 km/h
Operational range 1,500 km
Service ceiling 14,996 m
Max. takeoff weight 11,500 kg
Empty weight 5,530 kg
Total thrust 1 x 8,618 kgf

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-84 Thunderjet or Harrier?
The Harrier is faster with a maximum speed of 1,183 km/h compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h, a difference of 182 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-84 Thunderjet or Harrier?
The Harrier has a longer range at 1,500 km compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,080 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-84 Thunderjet or Harrier?
The Harrier has a higher service ceiling at 14,996 meters (49,199 ft) compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 12,344 meters (40,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-84 Thunderjet or Harrier?
The Harrier has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,500 kg compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg.
Which is larger, the F-84 Thunderjet or Harrier?
The Harrier is longer at 13.9 meters compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 11.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-84 Thunderjet or Harrier?
The Harrier is more expensive at approximately $24 million per unit compared to the F-84 Thunderjet at $1.4 million.
Which entered service first, the F-84 Thunderjet or Harrier?
The F-84 Thunderjet entered service first in 1950, 19 years before the Harrier which entered service in 1969.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-84 Thunderjet or Harrier?
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in greater numbers with 7,524 units compared to 380 units of the Harrier.