F-4 Phantom II vs Mirage III / 5 / 50

Overview

The F-4 Phantom II and the Mirage III / 5 / 50 are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Dassault respectively.

Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 2,350 km/h for the Mirage III / 5 / 50. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 2,400 km for the Mirage III / 5 / 50. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 17,000 m for the Mirage III / 5 / 50. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 2.3x the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 12,000 kg.

The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 1,422 for the Mirage III / 5 / 50. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $5M for the Mirage III / 5 / 50. The Mirage III / 5 / 50 first flew 2 years before the F-4 Phantom II (1956 vs 1958).

F-4 Phantom II

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 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell
First flight 27 May 1958
Year introduced 1962
Number produced 5195 units
Average unit price $3 million
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Mirage III / 5 / 50

French jet fighter-bomber, notable for its role in multiple conflicts globally since the 1960s, including the Six-Day War.
Dassault Mirage III / 5 / 50 Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault
First flight 17 November 1956
Year introduced 1961
Number produced 1422 units
Average unit price $5 million
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F-4 Phantom II

Wing area 49.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.7 m ◉
Height 5.0 m ◉
Length 19.0 m ◉
Maximum speed 2370 km/h ◉
Operational range 680 km ◉
Service ceiling 18,288 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 28,030 kg ◉
Empty weight 13,757 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 8,093 kgf ◉

Mirage III / 5 / 50

Wing area 34.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.2 m ◉
Height 4.5 m ◉
Length 15.3 m ◉
Maximum speed 2350 km/h ◉
Operational range 2,400 km ◉
Service ceiling 17,000 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 12,000 kg ◉
Empty weight 6,740 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 4,300 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 2,350 km/h, a difference of 20 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 has a longer range at 2,400 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 17,000 meters (55,774 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 12,000 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Mirage III / 5 / 50's 15.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The Mirage III / 5 / 50 entered service first in 1961, 1 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 Mirage III / 5 / 50?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 1,422 units of the Mirage III / 5 / 50.

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