Akula
Western Company · Stealth attack helicopter
The Akula is a versatile stealth attack helicopter designed for covert operations and high-intensity combat scenarios. Its sleek design and advanced technology make it a formidable choice for players seeking both offensive and defensive capabilities in the skies of Los Santos.
Overview
The Akula is a stealth attack helicopter featured in Grand Theft Auto V. Manufactured by Western Company, it is designed for players who require a helicopter capable of both offensive operations and stealthy maneuvers. The Akula is equipped with a stealth mode that allows it to disappear from enemy radars, making it ideal for covert missions.
In addition to its stealth capabilities, the Akula is armed with a variety of weapons, including machine guns and homing missiles, providing ample firepower for engaging enemy targets. It can accommodate up to four occupants, including the pilot, allowing for team-based operations.
The helicopter's design is sleek and modern, with a focus on stealth technology and aerodynamic efficiency. Its versatility and advanced features make it a popular choice among players who engage in high-stakes missions.
Performance
The Akula offers a balanced mix of speed, agility, and armor, making it suitable for both stealth and combat missions.
Customization
The Akula can be customized at the hangar, where players can modify its weapons, armor, and countermeasures to enhance its combat effectiveness.
Modification categories
- Engine upgrades
- Armor
- Weapons
- Countermeasures
Paint
The Akula offers a range of military-themed liveries and paint options, allowing players to customize its appearance to suit their style.
How to Obtain
The Akula can be purchased from Warstock Cache & Carry for a base price of $3,704,050. A discounted trade price is available after completing the 'Prep: Escort ULP' mission as a leader.
Players can store the Akula in their hangar, where it can be accessed and customized as needed.
Real-World Counterpart
The Akula is primarily based on the Boeing–Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche, a stealth helicopter prototype developed in the United States. The Comanche was designed for reconnaissance and attack missions, featuring advanced stealth technology and weaponry.
Notable Uses
- The Akula is prominently featured in the 'Prep: Escort ULP' mission, where its stealth capabilities are crucial.
- It is often used by players in heist setups and finales due to its ability to evade radar detection.
- The helicopter's weaponry makes it a popular choice for PvP combat, especially in free mode sessions.
- Its stealth mode is frequently utilized in missions requiring undetected infiltration or escape.
Trivia
- The Akula is one of the few helicopters in GTA V that features a stealth mode, allowing it to disappear from enemy radars.
- It can be equipped with a variety of countermeasures, including flares and chaff, to evade incoming missiles.
- The Akula's design is heavily inspired by the real-life RAH-66 Comanche, a prototype stealth helicopter.
- Despite its advanced features, the Akula maintains a relatively high top speed, making it one of the faster helicopters in the game.
- The helicopter's name, 'Akula', is Russian for 'shark', reflecting its aggressive design and capabilities.
Variants & Related Helicopters
The Akula has several in-game variants and competitors within the helicopter class.
- Hunter — Another attack helicopter known for its firepower and durability, often compared to the Akula for combat missions.
- Buzzard Attack Chopper — A smaller, agile attack helicopter that offers versatility and speed, though lacking the stealth capabilities of the Akula.
- FH-1 Hunter — A heavily armed helicopter with a focus on offensive capabilities, often used in similar combat scenarios as the Akula.
- Annihilator — A larger helicopter with a focus on troop transport and heavy weaponry, providing an alternative to the Akula's stealth approach.
