Cargobob (Jetsam)
Western Company · Heavy-lift helicopter
The Cargobob (Jetsam) is a versatile heavy-lift helicopter used for transporting vehicles and cargo. Its robust design and powerful lifting capabilities make it a favorite among those needing to move heavy loads across Los Santos.
Overview
The Cargobob (Jetsam) is a variant of the Cargobob helicopter, known for its heavy-lift capabilities. It is manufactured by Western Company and is primarily used for transporting vehicles and cargo across the map. The Jetsam variant features a distinctive livery associated with the Jetsam shipping company, giving it a unique appearance compared to the standard model.
This helicopter is equipped with a powerful winch, allowing it to lift and transport vehicles and other heavy objects with ease. Its robust design and strong armor make it a reliable choice for missions that require moving large loads in potentially hostile environments.
Performance
The Cargobob (Jetsam) offers moderate speed and agility, with strong armor, making it suitable for transporting heavy loads safely.
Customization
The Cargobob (Jetsam) cannot be customized at Los Santos Customs or any other modification shop.
Paint
The Cargobob (Jetsam) comes with a fixed Jetsam livery and cannot be repainted.
How to Obtain
The Cargobob (Jetsam) is not available for purchase. Players can find it at various spawn locations around the map, including the Los Santos International Airport and the Sandy Shores Airfield.
It can also be acquired during certain missions where it is used as a mission vehicle, allowing players to keep it after mission completion.
Real-World Counterpart
The Cargobob is based on the Sikorsky MH-53 Pave Low, a heavy-lift helicopter used by the United States Air Force. The real-world counterpart is known for its ability to transport troops and equipment in a variety of environments.
Notable Uses
- Used in the mission 'The Merryweather Heist' to transport a submersible.
- Appears in the mission 'Minor Turbulence' where Trevor Philips uses it to infiltrate a cargo plane.
- Can be used in the mission 'The Paleto Score Setup' to transport a bulldozer.
Trivia
- The Cargobob (Jetsam) features a unique livery that distinguishes it from the standard Cargobob.
- It is one of the few helicopters in GTA V capable of lifting vehicles with its winch.
- The Cargobob is often used in online sessions for vehicle recovery and transport tasks.
- Despite its size, the Cargobob can be surprisingly agile when piloted by an experienced player.
- The Jetsam livery is a nod to the in-game shipping company, Jetsam, which appears on various vehicles and containers.
- The Cargobob's winch can be used to lift NPC vehicles, adding a layer of fun to free roam activities.
Variants & Related Helicopters
The Cargobob (Jetsam) is one of several variants of the Cargobob helicopter.
- Cargobob — The standard version of the Cargobob, featuring a military-style livery.
- Cargobob (TPI) — A variant with a Trevor Philips Industries livery, used by Trevor Philips.
