F-84 Thunderjet vs J-8 Finback
The F-84 Thunderjet and the J-8 Finback are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Republic and Shenyang respectively. The J-8 Finback reaches 2,300 km/h — 2.3x the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h. The F-84 Thunderjet has an operational range of 1,080 km vs 1,000 km for the J-8 Finback. The J-8 Finback operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 12,344 m for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in 7,524 units vs 408 for the J-8 Finback. Unit cost is $1.4M for the F-84 Thunderjet vs $15M for the J-8 Finback. The F-84 Thunderjet first flew 23 years before the J-8 Finback (1946 vs 1969).
| 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 |
| Chinese interceptor, operational from the Cold War era, predominantly deployed for aerial warfare by the People's Liberation Army Air Force. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Shenyang |
| First flight | 5 July 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1980 |
| Number produced | 408 units |
| Average unit price | $15 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 | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 9.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 21.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2300 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 18,879 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 10,371 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,794 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-84 Thunderjet or J-8 Finback?
The J-8 Finback is faster with a maximum speed of 2,300 km/h compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h, a difference of 1,299 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-84 Thunderjet or J-8 Finback?
The F-84 Thunderjet has a longer range at 1,080 km compared to the J-8 Finback's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-84 Thunderjet or J-8 Finback?
The J-8 Finback has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 12,344 meters (40,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-84 Thunderjet or J-8 Finback?
The J-8 Finback has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 18,879 kg compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg.
Which is larger, the F-84 Thunderjet or J-8 Finback?
The J-8 Finback is longer at 21.5 meters compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 11.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-84 Thunderjet or J-8 Finback?
The J-8 Finback is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the F-84 Thunderjet at $1.4 million.
Which entered service first, the F-84 Thunderjet or J-8 Finback?
The F-84 Thunderjet entered service first in 1950, 30 years before the J-8 Finback which entered service in 1980.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-84 Thunderjet or J-8 Finback?
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in greater numbers with 7,524 units compared to 408 units of the J-8 Finback.