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F-4 Phantom II
McDonnell Douglas · USA
The XF4H-1 prototype first flew in May 1958. Originally designed as a missile-armed interceptor for the Navy, its immense power and versatility led to it being adopted by the USAF and Marines as well. It became a symbol of American air power during the Vietnam War.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1958 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 2,370 km/h (Mach 2.23) |
| Range | 2,699 km |
| Ceiling | 18,300 m |
| Engines | 2x General Electric J79-GE-17A afterburning turbojets |
Armament & Payload
4x AIM-7 Sparrow; 4x AIM-9 Sidewinder; up to 8,400 kg of bombs (later models added a 20mm Vulcan).
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Su-11 (Fishpot-C) →
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F-4 Phantom II
McDonnell Douglas · USA
The XF4H-1 prototype first flew in May 1958. Originally designed as a missile-armed interceptor for the Navy, its immense power and versatility led to it being adopted by the USAF and Marines as well. It became a symbol of American air power during the Vietnam War.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1958 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 2,370 km/h (Mach 2.23) |
| Range | 2,699 km |
| Ceiling | 18,300 m |
| Engines | 2x General Electric J79-GE-17A afterburning turbojets |
Armament & Payload
4x AIM-7 Sparrow; 4x AIM-9 Sidewinder; up to 8,400 kg of bombs (later models added a 20mm Vulcan).