Hauler

The Hauler is a robust commercial truck featured in Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online. Manufactured by Jobuilt, it is designed for heavy-duty hauling and transportation, drawing inspiration from real-world semi-trailer trucks. The Hauler exemplifies power and stability, making it a staple in industrial operations within the game.

Vehicle Overview

Design

The Hauler features a utilitarian design typical of a semi-truck used for heavy-duty hauling. Its front end showcases a large, commanding grille, flanked by square headlights, emphasizing its industrial appearance. The long cab and extended chassis provide ample space for attaching a variety of trailers, making it a staple vehicle for transportation Missions in Los Santos.

Performance

The Hauler is built for strength rather than speed, with a robust engine capable of towing heavy loads across long distances. While it may not excel in acceleration or top speed, the Hauler offers impressive torque and stability, ensuring reliable performance when maneuvering large loads. Its handling requires cautious steering, especially when carrying oversized trailers, but remains steady and dependable on highways.

Customization

Customization options for the Hauler are limited compared to other Vehicles, with focus placed more on functional upgrades rather than aesthetic modifications. Players can enhance its durability and towing capacity by upgrading engine, suspension, and brakes. Visual customizations are minimal, but players can add difference liveries or personalize it with paint jobs to distinguish it from other trucks on the road.

Locations

The Hauler is a formidable industrial truck found within the expansive world of Los Santos and Blaine County, providing players with a robust option for heavy-duty tasks and Missions.

Grand Theft Auto V

  • Featured prominently in certain Missions, particularly those involving high-stakes heists or cargo transport.
  • Regularly parked in industrial areas, such as the ports and logistics centers near the docks in Los Santos.
  • Occasionally seen in traffic along highways, allowing players to hijack it if desired.

Grand Theft Auto Online

  • Available for purchase from Warstock Cache & Carry for $1,400,000.
  • Frequently used in Missions and heists that require heavy cargo transport.
  • Can be stored in your garage and customized for performance and aesthetic improvements in the Mobile Operations Center.

Trivia

  • The Hauler is a semi-truck featured in GTA V, known for its robust design and capability to haul large trailers.
  • It is primarily used in Missions that involve transporting heavy cargo, showcasing its strength and durability.
  • The vehicle’s name, “Hauler,” reflects its primary function as a heavy-duty transportation vehicle.
  • The Hauler is modeled after real-life American big rigs, emphasizing its role as a workhorse on the road.
  • Players often use the Hauler in creative ways, such as blocking traffic or as a makeshift battering ram due to its large size and mass.
Hauler GTA V car
Appears in Grand Theft Auto V, Grand Theft Auto Online
Class Commercial
Type Semi-truck
Body style Truck cab
Capacity 2 (driver and passenger)
Manufacturer Jobuilt
Price $1,400,000 (Warstock Cache & Carry) – Hauler Custom
Max Speed 80 mph (129 km/h)
Traffic Yes
Parked No
Scenario No
Specific location(s) Randomly seen at loading docks and industrial areas