F-4 Phantom II vs J-6 Farmer

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the J-6 Farmer are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Shenyang respectively.

Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 1,540 km/h for the J-6 Farmer. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,400 km for the J-6 Farmer. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 17,900 m for the J-6 Farmer. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 3.2x the J-6 Farmer's 8,832 kg.

The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 4,500 for the J-6 Farmer.

American fighter-bomber, renowned for its widespread use in the Vietnam War and numerous other international military conflicts.
McDonnell F-4 Phantom II Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell
First flight 27 May 1958
Year introduced 1962
Number produced 5195 units
Average unit price $3 million
Chinese jet fighter, developed in the mid-20th century, extensively deployed in regional conflicts and air defense roles.
Shenyang J-6 Farmer Combat profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Shenyang
First flight 17 December 1958
Year introduced 1958
Number produced 4500 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 49.2 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 11.7 m β—‰
Height 5.0 m β—‰
Length 19.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 2370 km/h β—‰
Operational range 680 km β—‰
Service ceiling 18,288 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 28,030 kg β—‰
Empty weight 13,757 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 8,093 kgf β—‰
Wing area 25.2 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 9.0 m β—‰
Height 3.9 m β—‰
Length 14.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1540 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,400 km β—‰
Service ceiling 17,900 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,832 kg β—‰
Empty weight 5,172 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 13 kN β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or J-6 Farmer?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the J-6 Farmer's 1,540 km/h, a difference of 830 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or J-6 Farmer?
The J-6 Farmer has a longer range at 1,400 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or J-6 Farmer?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the J-6 Farmer's 17,900 meters (58,727 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or J-6 Farmer?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the J-6 Farmer's 8,832 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or J-6 Farmer?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the J-6 Farmer's 14.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or J-6 Farmer?
The J-6 Farmer entered service first in 1958, 4 years before the F-4 Phantom II which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or J-6 Farmer?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 4,500 units of the J-6 Farmer.