F-84 Thunderjet vs Nesher

Overview

The F-84 Thunderjet and the Nesher are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Republic and IAI respectively.

The Nesher reaches 2,573 km/h — 2.6x the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h. The F-84 Thunderjet has an operational range of 1,080 km vs 1,300 km for the Nesher. The Nesher operates at altitudes up to 17,680 m compared to 12,344 m for the F-84 Thunderjet.

The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in 7,524 units vs 61 for the Nesher. The F-84 Thunderjet first flew 23 years before the Nesher (1946 vs 1969).

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
Israeli multirole fighter, developed in the late 1960s as a derivative of the Mirage 5, and extensively used in Middle Eastern and South Atlantic conflicts.
IAI Nesher Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer IAI
First flight 1 September 1969
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 61 units
Average unit price --
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—‰
Wing area 34.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.2 m â—‰
Height 4.3 m â—‰
Length 15.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2573 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,300 km â—‰
Service ceiling 17,680 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 13,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,600 kg â—‰
Total thrust 0 â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-84 Thunderjet or Nesher?
The Nesher is faster with a maximum speed of 2,573 km/h compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h, a difference of 1,572 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-84 Thunderjet or Nesher?
The Nesher has a longer range at 1,300 km compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,080 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-84 Thunderjet or Nesher?
The Nesher has a higher service ceiling at 17,680 meters (58,005 ft) compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 12,344 meters (40,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-84 Thunderjet or Nesher?
The Nesher has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,500 kg compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg.
Which is larger, the F-84 Thunderjet or Nesher?
The Nesher is longer at 15.7 meters compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 11.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the F-84 Thunderjet or Nesher?
The F-84 Thunderjet entered service first in 1950, 21 years before the Nesher which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-84 Thunderjet or Nesher?
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in greater numbers with 7,524 units compared to 61 units of the Nesher.