F-84 Thunderjet vs Lightning
The F-84 Thunderjet and the Lightning are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Republic and English Electric respectively. The Lightning reaches 2,414 km/h — 2.4x the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h. The F-84 Thunderjet has an operational range of 1,080 km vs 1,367 km for the Lightning. The Lightning operates at altitudes up to 16,459 m compared to 12,344 m for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in 7,524 units vs 337 for the Lightning. Unit cost is $1.4M for the F-84 Thunderjet vs $2M for the Lightning. The F-84 Thunderjet first flew 8 years before the Lightning (1946 vs 1954).
| 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 |
| British interceptor aircraft, recognized for Cold War era service, extensively deployed for high speed, high altitude defensive roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | English Electric |
| First flight | 4 August 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1960 |
| Number produced | 337 units |
| Average unit price | $2 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 | 44.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 6.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 16.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2414 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,367 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 16,459 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 20,752 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 14,092 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 11,368 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-84 Thunderjet or Lightning?
The Lightning is faster with a maximum speed of 2,414 km/h compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h, a difference of 1,413 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-84 Thunderjet or Lightning?
The Lightning has a longer range at 1,367 km compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,080 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-84 Thunderjet or Lightning?
The Lightning has a higher service ceiling at 16,459 meters (53,999 ft) compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 12,344 meters (40,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-84 Thunderjet or Lightning?
The Lightning has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 20,752 kg compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg.
Which is larger, the F-84 Thunderjet or Lightning?
The Lightning is longer at 16.8 meters compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 11.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-84 Thunderjet or Lightning?
The Lightning is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the F-84 Thunderjet at $1.4 million.
Which entered service first, the F-84 Thunderjet or Lightning?
The F-84 Thunderjet entered service first in 1950, 10 years before the Lightning which entered service in 1960.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-84 Thunderjet or Lightning?
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in greater numbers with 7,524 units compared to 337 units of the Lightning.