F-84 Thunderjet vs TBM
Overview
The F-84 Thunderjet and the TBM are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Republic and Socata respectively.
Top speed is 1,001 km/h for the F-84 Thunderjet vs 555 km/h for the TBM. The F-84 Thunderjet has an operational range of 1,080 km vs 3,304 km for the TBM. The F-84 Thunderjet operates at altitudes up to 12,344 m compared to 9,185 m for the TBM. At 10,590 kg MTOW, the F-84 Thunderjet is 3.2x the TBM's 3,354 kg.
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in 7,524 units vs 1,000 for the TBM. Unit cost is $1.4M for the F-84 Thunderjet vs $4.5M for the TBM. The F-84 Thunderjet first flew 42 years before the TBM (1946 vs 1988).
| 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 business aircraft, deployed globally since the late 20th century for corporate and private use. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Socata |
| First flight | 14 July 1988 |
| Year introduced | 1990 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $4.5 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 | 18.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 10.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 555 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,304 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 9,185 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,354 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,837 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 522 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-84 Thunderjet or TBM?
The F-84 Thunderjet is faster with a maximum speed of 1,001 km/h compared to the TBM's 555 km/h, a difference of 446 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-84 Thunderjet or TBM?
The TBM has a longer range at 3,304 km compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,080 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-84 Thunderjet or TBM?
The F-84 Thunderjet has a higher service ceiling at 12,344 meters (40,498 ft) compared to the TBM's 9,185 meters (30,134 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-84 Thunderjet or TBM?
The F-84 Thunderjet has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,590 kg compared to the TBM's 3,354 kg.
Which is larger, the F-84 Thunderjet or TBM?
The F-84 Thunderjet is longer at 11.6 meters compared to the TBM's 10.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-84 Thunderjet or TBM?
The TBM is more expensive at approximately $4.5 million per unit compared to the F-84 Thunderjet at $1.4 million.
Which entered service first, the F-84 Thunderjet or TBM?
The F-84 Thunderjet entered service first in 1950, 40 years before the TBM which entered service in 1990.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-84 Thunderjet or TBM?
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in greater numbers with 7,524 units compared to 1,000 units of the TBM.