Howard NX-25
The Buckingham Howard NX-25 is a Planes-class vehicle in Grand Theft Auto Online. It is listed at $1,296,750.
Last on sale: −30% · was $1,296,750 → $907,725 on May 28, 2026
after completing 27 Air Freight Cargo Missions
Buckingham Howard NX-25 at a glance
Howard NX-25 top speed
203.75 mph. Independent testing puts the Howard NX-25 at 203.75 mph.
Howard NX-25 lap time
#3 in Planes. Its tested 0:33.868 lap ranks #3 in Planes.
How to get the Howard NX-25 in GTA Online
The Howard NX-25 was added to GTA Online on September 26, 2017, in the Smuggler's Run update.
It can be purchased in GTA Online from Elitás Travel for $1,296,750.
It is stored in your Hangar.
It can be customized at the Agency (Imani Tech) and a Hangar aircraft workshop.
Once acquired, you can request delivery of the Howard NX-25 from the Interaction Menu under Aircraft.
It has a discounted trade price of $975,000, unlocked by completing 27 Air Freight Cargo Missions.
Imani Tech upgrades
Fitted at the Agency Vehicle Workshop. Each option is a fixed one-time cost.
- Missile Lock-On Jammer$400,000
Blocks homing missile lock-on from other players and weaponized vehicles.
Countermeasures
- Chaff (10)$70,000
Blocks missile lock-on for about 5 seconds, with a delay between uses.
- Flare (20)$110,000
Diverts incoming homing missiles, with a short delay between uses.
- Smoke$68,500
Creates a visible smoke trail and can be used without a capacity limit.
Performance
- Top speed
- 203.75 mph
- #6 in Planes · #6 overall
- Lap time
- 0:33.868
- #3 in Planes · #3 overall
Tested by Broughy1322
Specifications
- Class
- Planes
- Manufacturer
- Buckingham
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Gears
- 1
- Seats
- 1
- Mass
- 450 kg
Armor and explosive resistance
The Howard NX-25 takes 3 homing missiles before it goes down. Its weak spot is sticky bombs, RPGs, grenades, MOC cannon shots, tank cannons, and AA flak rounds, which need only 1 hit.
- Homing missiles
- 3 hits
- Includes Oppressor Mk II and jet missiles.
- Sticky bombs, RPGs, grenades, MOC cannon, tank cannon & AA flak
- 1 hit
- Explosive Mk II sniper rounds
- 2 hits
Counts assume full vehicle armor with a driver inside; many vehicles take far fewer hits when left empty.
Upgrades
29 options across 5 categories. Taking the priciest option in every category costs $254,150.
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 |
Countermeasures
4
| None | $700 |
|---|---|
| Chaff (10) | $70,000 |
| Flare (20) | $110,000 |
| Smoke | $68,500 |
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 |
Handling
4
| Stock Handling | $1,000 |
|---|---|
| Smooth Handling | $20,000 |
| Sport Handling | $27,000 |
| Race Handling | $35,000 |
Livery
11
| None | $11,400 |
|---|---|
| Lucky Seven | $18,240 |
| Traditional | $19,380 |
| Banded Arms | $20,520 |
| Four Squared | $21,660 |
| XXXV | $22,800 |
| Classic Stripe | $23,370 |
| Howard NX-25 | $23,939 |
| Racing Curve | $24,510 |
| Racing Stripes | $25,080 |
| Racing Stars | $25,650 |
History
The Howard NX-25 was last discounted 12 weeks ago, the week of May 28, 2026, at 30% off. It has been discounted 7 times.
Discount history 7 weeks
Weekly sales
| May 28, 2026 | −30% · was $1,296,750 → $907,725 |
|---|---|
| February 26, 2026 | −30% · was $1,296,750 → $907,725 |
| February 27, 2025 | −40% · was $1,296,750 → $778,050 |
| April 1, 2021 | −40% · was $1,296,750 → $778,050 |
| December 20, 2018 | −25% · was $1,296,750 → $972,563 |
| November 22, 2018 | −35% · was $1,296,750 → $842,888 |
| July 5, 2018 | −40% · was $1,296,750 → $778,050 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Howard NX-25 cost in GTA Online?
The Howard NX-25 costs $1,296,750 in GTA Online, available from Elitás Travel.
How do I unlock the Trade Price for the Howard NX-25?
You unlock the Trade Price of $975,000 for the Howard NX-25 by completing 27 Air Freight Cargo Missions. This requires a Hangar.
Where can I buy the Howard NX-25 in GTA Online?
You can buy the Howard NX-25 from Elitás Travel in GTA Online.
What is the top speed of the Howard NX-25?
The Howard NX-25 has a tested top speed of 203.75 mph in GTA Online, as measured by Broughy1322.
Can the Howard NX-25 be customized?
Yes. It can be customized at the Agency (Imani Tech) and a Hangar aircraft workshop.