F-84 Thunderjet vs SO 4050 Vautour
Overview
The F-84 Thunderjet and the SO 4050 Vautour are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Republic and Sud Aviation respectively.
Top speed is 1,001 km/h for the F-84 Thunderjet vs 1,106 km/h for the SO 4050 Vautour. The F-84 Thunderjet has an operational range of 1,080 km vs 1,200 km for the SO 4050 Vautour. The SO 4050 Vautour operates at altitudes up to 15,200 m compared to 12,344 m for the F-84 Thunderjet.
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in 7,524 units vs 149 for the SO 4050 Vautour. Unit cost is $1.4M for the F-84 Thunderjet vs $2M for the SO 4050 Vautour. The F-84 Thunderjet first flew 6 years before the SO 4050 Vautour (1946 vs 1952).
| 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 |
| French jet-powered multirole aircraft, developed in the 1950s, utilized in combat operations during the Six-Day War by Israel. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sud Aviation |
| First flight | 16 October 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 149 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 | 45.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1106 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,200 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 21,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 10,000 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,700 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-84 Thunderjet or SO 4050 Vautour?
The SO 4050 Vautour is faster with a maximum speed of 1,106 km/h compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h, a difference of 105 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-84 Thunderjet or SO 4050 Vautour?
The SO 4050 Vautour has a longer range at 1,200 km compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,080 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-84 Thunderjet or SO 4050 Vautour?
The SO 4050 Vautour has a higher service ceiling at 15,200 meters (49,868 ft) compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 12,344 meters (40,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-84 Thunderjet or SO 4050 Vautour?
The SO 4050 Vautour has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 21,000 kg compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg.
Which is larger, the F-84 Thunderjet or SO 4050 Vautour?
The SO 4050 Vautour is longer at 15.6 meters compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 11.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-84 Thunderjet or SO 4050 Vautour?
The SO 4050 Vautour 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 SO 4050 Vautour?
The F-84 Thunderjet entered service first in 1950, 6 years before the SO 4050 Vautour which entered service in 1956.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-84 Thunderjet or SO 4050 Vautour?
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in greater numbers with 7,524 units compared to 149 units of the SO 4050 Vautour.