Story Mission Grand Theft Auto V

Sidetracked

Story Mission in Grand Theft Auto V

Derail the competition and secure the goods.

Game
Grand Theft Auto V
Mission #
61
Protagonist
Trevor Philips
For
Trevor Philips
Reward
None
We're gonna need a train to pull this off. โ€” Trevor Philips

Overview

In 'Sidetracked', Trevor Philips and Michael De Santa are tasked with hijacking a train to acquire the necessary equipment for the Union Depository heist. The mission involves diverting a train to a designated location and securing the cargo.

Trevor and Michael work together to ensure the train is redirected successfully, allowing them to collect the equipment without interference.

This mission is a crucial step in preparing for 'The Big Score', one of the major heists in the game's storyline.

Mission Objectives

  • Drive to the train yard.
  • Board the train.
  • Divert the train to the designated location.
  • Secure the equipment from the train.
  • Leave the area.

Walkthrough

1 Drive to the Train Yard

  • Drive to the train yard. Head to the marked location on the map where the train yard is situated.

2 Board the Train

  • Climb onto the train. Approach the train and find a way to get onto it as it moves slowly through the yard.

3 Divert the Train

  • Change the train's course. Use the control panel to divert the train onto the correct track leading to the designated location.

4 Secure the Equipment

  • Collect the equipment from the train. Once the train stops, gather the necessary equipment from the cargo.

5 Leave the Area

  • Exit the area safely. Ensure you leave the location without attracting attention or interference.

Gold Medal Objectives

  • Time โ€” Complete the mission within 5 minutes.
  • Accuracy โ€” Achieve a shooting accuracy of at least 80%.
  • Headshots โ€” Kill 10 enemies with headshots.

To achieve the gold medal, focus on completing the mission quickly and efficiently. Use cover and aim for headshots to maintain high accuracy. Plan your route to the train yard to minimize travel time.

Aftermath

After completing 'Sidetracked', Trevor and Michael have successfully secured the equipment needed for the Union Depository heist.

The mission unlocks 'The Big Score (Obvious)', allowing the player to proceed with the final preparations for the heist.

Trivia

  • 'Sidetracked' is one of the setup missions for 'The Big Score'.
  • The mission involves a train hijacking, a recurring theme in the Grand Theft Auto series.
  • The mission can be completed without engaging in combat if executed stealthily.
  • The train yard is located in Sandy Shores, a rural area in the game.
  • Trevor Philips is the primary protagonist for this mission.