Akula
The Akula is a Helicopters-class vehicle in Grand Theft Auto Online. It is listed at $4,500,000.
Last on sale: −35% · was $4,500,000 → $2,925,000 on November 3, 2022
after completing the related Doomsday Heist Mission (requires a Facility Property)
Akula at a glance
Akula top speed
157.25 mph. Independent testing puts the Akula at 157.25 mph.
Akula lap time
#3 in Helicopters. Its tested 0:54.368 lap ranks #3 in Helicopters.
How to get the Akula in GTA Online
The Akula was added to GTA Online on December 12, 2017, in the Doomsday Heist update.
It can be purchased in GTA Online from Warstock Cache & Carry for $4,500,000.
It is stored in your Hangar.
It can be customized at a Hangar aircraft workshop.
Once acquired, you can request delivery of the Akula from the Interaction Menu under Aircraft.
It has a discounted trade price of $3,375,000, unlocked by completing the related Doomsday Heist Mission (requires a Facility Property).
Weapons
- Pilot Machine Guns
Two forward-firing .50 caliber machine guns give the pilot a fixed weapon for air and ground targets.
- Gunner Minigun Turret
A co-pilot-operated .50 caliber minigun turret covers a wide aiming arc and can be upgraded with a second gun.
- Barrage Missiles
Fires four unguided rockets per volley, followed by a three-second cooldown, and replaces the homing missile option.
- Homing Missiles
Uses a dependable lock against most targets with no volley cooldown, and replaces the barrage missile option.
- Bombs
An optional bomb bay carries Explosive, Incendiary, Gas, or Cluster payloads for attacks on ground targets.
Performance
- Top speed
- 157.25 mph
- #5 in Helicopters · #29 overall
- Lap time
- 0:54.368
- #3 in Helicopters · #35 overall
Tested by Broughy1322
Specifications
- Class
- Helicopters
- Manufacturer
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Gears
- 1
- Seats
- 4
- Mass
- 8000 kg
- Explosive weapon
- Yes
Armor and explosive resistance
The Akula takes 3 homing missiles or sticky bombs before it goes down. Its weak spot is tank cannons and AA flak rounds at 1 hit, while explosive Mk II sniper rounds hold out longest at 7 hits.
- Homing missiles, sticky bombs, RPGs, grenades & MOC cannon
- 3 hits
- Includes Oppressor Mk II and jet missiles.
- Explosive Mk II sniper rounds
- 7 hits
- Tank cannon & AA flak
- 1 hit
Counts assume full vehicle armor with a driver inside; many vehicles take far fewer hits when left empty.
Upgrades
65 options across 7 categories. Taking the priciest option in every category costs $1,109,850.
Armor
6
| No Armor | $1,000 |
|---|---|
| Armor Upgrade 20% | $7,500 |
| Armor Upgrade 40% | $12,000 |
| Armor Upgrade 60% | $20,000 |
| Armor Upgrade 80% | $35,000 |
| Armor Upgrade 100% | $50,000 |
Engine
4
| EMS Upgrade, Level 1 | $9,000 |
|---|---|
| EMS Upgrade, Level 2 | $12,500 |
| EMS Upgrade, Level 3 | $18,000 |
| EMS Upgrade, Level 4 | $33,500 |
Bombs
5
| None | $700 |
|---|---|
| Explosive | $150,000 |
| Incendiary | $195,000 |
| Gas | $260,000 |
| Cluster | $335,000 |
Handling
4
| Stock Handling | $1,000 |
|---|---|
| Smooth Handling | $20,000 |
| Sport Handling | $27,000 |
| Race Handling | $35,000 |
Livery
41
| None | $11,400 |
|---|---|
| Basic Camo | $18,240 |
| Zancudo Camo | $19,380 |
| Sprayed Camo | $20,520 |
| 3 Color Outline | $21,660 |
| 90s Sandbox | $22,800 |
| Modern 5 Color | $23,370 |
| Arid Theater | $23,939 |
| Winter Camo | $24,510 |
| Urban Warrior | $25,080 |
| Nature Reserve | $25,650 |
| Naval Battle | $26,220 |
| Urban Geometric | $26,789 |
| Coyote Geometric | $27,360 |
| Large Geometric | $27,930 |
| Naval Geometric | $28,500 |
| Desert Fractal | $29,070 |
| Urban Fractal | $29,639 |
| Large Digital | $30,210 |
| Medium Digital | $30,780 |
| Small Digital | $31,350 |
| Skulls | — |
| Knuckleduster | — |
| Conveyor | — |
| Stars | — |
| Tartan | Reward |
| Galaxy | Reward |
| Trees Camo | Reward |
| Candy Cane | Reward |
| It's a Wrap | Reward |
| Deck the Halls | Reward |
| Pink & Green Camo | — |
| Yellow & Blue Camo | — |
| Orange Shade Camo | — |
| Blue & Green Camo | — |
| Hunting Camo | Reward |
| Blue Tartan | — |
| Santo Capra Coins | — |
| Sessanta Nove Monogram | — |
| Sessanta Nove Multi-color | — |
| Dolla Dolla | Reward |
Primary Weapons
2
| .50 Cal Minigun Turret | $700 |
|---|---|
| Dual .50 Cal Minigun Turret | $300,000 |
Secondary Weapons
3
| No Secondary Weapons | $700 |
|---|---|
| Mounted Missile Barrage | $300,000 |
| Mounted Homing Missiles | $325,000 |
History
The Akula was last discounted 198 weeks ago, the week of November 3, 2022, at 35% off. It has been discounted 5 times.
Discount history 5 weeks
Weekly sales
| November 3, 2022 | −35% · was $4,500,000 → $2,925,000 |
|---|---|
| December 23, 2021 | −40% · was $4,500,000 → $2,700,000 |
| August 29, 2019 | −75% · was $4,500,000 → $1,125,000 |
| June 13, 2019 | −40% · was $4,500,000 → $2,700,000 |
| March 8, 2018 | −25% · was $4,500,000 → $3,375,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Akula cost in GTA Online?
The Akula costs $4,500,000 in GTA Online, available from Warstock Cache & Carry.
How do I unlock the Trade Price for the Akula?
You unlock the Trade Price of $3,375,000 for the Akula by completing the related Doomsday Heist Mission (requires a Facility Property).
Where can I buy the Akula in GTA Online?
You can buy the Akula from Warstock Cache & Carry in GTA Online.
What is the top speed of the Akula?
The Akula has a tested top speed of 157.25 mph in GTA Online, as measured by Broughy1322.
Can the Akula be customized?
Yes. It can be customized at a Hangar aircraft workshop.