Kosatka (Submarine)
RUNE · Large submersible vehicle
The Kosatka is a formidable underwater fortress, designed for stealth and equipped with advanced technology. This submersible vehicle is a key asset for any high-seas operations, offering both mobility and firepower.
Overview
The Kosatka is a large submarine introduced in Grand Theft Auto V as part of the Cayo Perico Heist update. Manufactured by RUNE, it serves as a mobile command center for planning and executing heists. The submarine is equipped with a sonar system, guided missiles, and a moon pool for storing smaller vehicles like the Sparrow helicopter or the Kraken Avisa mini-sub.
The interior of the Kosatka is spacious, featuring a control room, living quarters, and a planning area for heists. It allows players to launch the Cayo Perico Heist and serves as a base of operations for various other missions.
The Kosatka's stealth capabilities make it an ideal choice for players looking to approach missions with a tactical advantage, offering both offensive and defensive options.
Performance
The Kosatka excels in durability and stealth, making it a strategic asset in underwater missions.
Customization
The Kosatka can be customized at the Warstock Cache & Carry website, where players can select different color schemes and add optional upgrades such as a sonar station and guided missile system.
Paint
The Kosatka can be customized with different color schemes for its exterior hull, allowing players to personalize its appearance.
How to Obtain
The Kosatka can be purchased from the Warstock Cache & Carry website for a base price of $2,200,000. Additional upgrades and customization options are available for purchase, increasing its overall cost.
Once purchased, the Kosatka can be summoned to various locations around the map, allowing players to access it from the nearest body of water.
Real-World Counterpart
The Kosatka is inspired by real-world submarines, particularly the Russian Typhoon-class and Borei-class submarines. Its design reflects the robust and stealthy nature of these military vessels, adapted for the gameplay mechanics of GTA V.
Notable Uses
- The Kosatka is essential for initiating the Cayo Perico Heist, serving as the primary base of operations.
- It features prominently in missions requiring underwater stealth and mobility.
- The Kosatka's guided missile system can be used for offensive operations against enemy targets.
- The submarine's moon pool allows for the deployment of smaller vehicles, enhancing its versatility in missions.
- Its sonar system is useful for detecting underwater threats and objectives.
Trivia
- The name 'Kosatka' means 'Orca' in Russian, fitting its role as a powerful underwater predator.
- The Kosatka can be equipped with a sonar station, which is useful for detecting hidden caches and enemy submarines.
- It is one of the few vehicles in GTA V that can serve as a mobile spawn point for players.
- The Kosatka's guided missile system has a significant range, allowing players to engage targets from a distance.
- Players can invite friends to join them inside the Kosatka, making it a social hub as well as a strategic asset.
Variants & Related Boats
The Kosatka does not have direct variants but is comparable to other large vehicles used for missions.
- Kraken Avisa — A small, agile mini-submarine that can be stored inside the Kosatka's moon pool.
- Sparrow — A compact helicopter that can be stored inside the Kosatka, providing air support.
- Kraken — Another type of mini-submarine available in GTA V, known for its exploration capabilities.
