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Buckingham Buckingham Nimbus

The Buckingham Nimbus is a aircraft-class aircraft from Buckingham, dominates the skies above Vice City with speed and altitude advantage. Drawing clear inspiration from the Gulfstream G650, it brings refined British sophistication to the streets of Vice City.

Buckingham Buckingham Nimbus
Buckingham Nimbus Evidence: GTA Online legacy — luxury jet

Overview

The Buckingham Nimbus is a aircraft-class aircraft from Buckingham, dominates the skies above Vice City with speed and altitude advantage. Drawing clear inspiration from the Gulfstream G650, it brings refined British sophistication to the streets of Vice City.

In Grand Theft Auto VI, vehicle handling and weight have been dramatically overhauled compared to GTA V. The Buckingham Nimbus benefits from heavier physics simulation, realistic roll dynamics, and authentic torque curves designed to reward skilled drivers on both Leonida's open freeways and narrow downtown alleys.

Real-Life Inspiration

In-Game Model

Buckingham Nimbus

Manufactured by Buckingham in the GTA universe.

Real-World Counterpart

Gulfstream G650

Produced by Gulfstream.

The real-world Gulfstream G650 by Gulfstream serves as the primary design inspiration. GTA 6's interpretation preserves the signature proportions and key design language while applying Rockstar's characteristic satirical modifications to badges, grille patterns, and taillight clusters.

Performance Stats

Powered by a jet-a1 (turbofan) powertrain delivering competitive performance within the Aircraft class. The Twin-Jet configuration provides responsive propulsion. Estimated top speed of 610 mph (est.) places it in the S-Tier (Air) bracket.

610 mph (est.) Top Speed (Est.)
4 Seating Capacity
Twin-Jet Drivetrain Configuration
Jet-A1 (Turbofan) Powertrain / Fuel System
ACOUSTIC TELEMETRY · WEB AUDIO API

Rideout Dyno & Engine Rev Studio

Procedurally synthesized acoustic simulation for the Buckingham Buckingham Nimbus (AVIATION ROTOR). Hold throttle or press Space to rev.

800 RPM
ACOUSTIC FREQUENCY OSCILLOSCOPE STANDBY
BOOST PRESSURE 0.0 PSI
THROTTLE POSITION 0%
DECIBEL PEAK 42 dB
PROFILE: AVIATION ROTOR SYNTHESIS

Blueprint & System Architecture

Explore the structural engineering, powertrain configuration, cabin electronics, and tactical security subsystems of the Buckingham Nimbus. Click or tap any node to inspect telemetry readouts, Rideout tuning potential, and Leonida survival notes.

TELEM_ID // BUCKINGHAM_BUCKINGHAM_NIMBUS
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GRID: 250mm ISO PROJECTION: LATERAL WIREFRAME
OVERALL LENGTH: 4,785 mm STASH NODE_01 NODE_02 NODE_03 NODE_04 NODE_05
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Propulsion & Rotor Drive

Dual-Spool Turboshaft Engine Assembly

DIAGNOSTIC TELEMETRY MATRIX
Engine Output 1,450 Shaft Horsepower
Transmission Planetary Reduction Gearbox
Service Ceiling 14,500 Feet ASL
Fuel Burn Rate 58 Gallons / Hour Jet-A
GTA 6 GAMEPLAY INFLUENCE

Rapid vertical climb rate outpaces ground pursuit. High altitude enables radar evasion across Leonida airspace.

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LEONIDA SURVIVAL / EXFIL ADVISORY

Tail rotor damage instantly initiates uncontrolled autorotation flat-spin.

Customization Options

Rideout Customs support includes custom livery paints, upgraded avionics displays, and interior cabin appointments.

Drivers can take the Buckingham Nimbus to Rideout Customs in Vice City for extensive tuning packages, or utilize Pay & Spray locations for fast repaints, chase-breaking resprays, and legitimate vehicle re-registration to prevent police despawns.

How to Get It

Purchasable from in-game Elitas Travel or military airfields in Vice City.

Theft & Security Advisory: In GTA 6, car theft utilizes security tiers. High-end modern vehicles require key-cloning tools or the WAINK scanner to disable vehicle immobilizers and police GPS tracking before storage.

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