The first prototype XF4D-1 flew on January 23, 1951. On October 3, 1953 the second prototype set a world speed record of 1211kph. Entered production in June 1954 as F4D-1, by 1958 419 aircraft were built for U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Remained in service until 1965.

Engine: 1 x Pratt & Whitney J57-P-8B turbo-jet, 64.5kN with afterburner
Armament: 4 x 20mm cannons, 1814kg of weapons on six hardpoints

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