Buckingham Buckingham Tug
The Buckingham Tug is a boats & watercraft-class watercraft from Buckingham, takes advantage of Leonida's vast network of canals, harbors, and open ocean. Drawing clear inspiration from the Z-Drive Harbor Tugboat, it brings refined British sophistication to the streets of Vice City.
Overview
The Buckingham Tug is a boats & watercraft-class watercraft from Buckingham, takes advantage of Leonida's vast network of canals, harbors, and open ocean. Drawing clear inspiration from the Z-Drive Harbor Tugboat, 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 Tug 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
Buckingham Tug
Manufactured by Buckingham in the GTA universe.
Z-Drive Harbor Tugboat
Produced by Damen.
The real-world Z-Drive Harbor Tugboat by Damen 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 diesel (i6) powertrain delivering competitive performance within the Boats & Watercraft class. The Z-Drive configuration provides responsive propulsion. Estimated top speed of 12 knots (est.) places it in the C-Tier (Water) bracket.
Rideout Dyno & Engine Rev Studio
Procedurally synthesized acoustic simulation for the Buckingham Buckingham Tug (MARINE OUTBOARD). Hold throttle or press Space to rev.
Blueprint & System Architecture
Explore the structural engineering, powertrain configuration, cabin electronics, and tactical security subsystems of the Buckingham Tug. Click or tap any node to inspect telemetry readouts, Rideout tuning potential, and Leonida survival notes.
Twin Supercharged Marine Inboard V8s
Blistering acceleration across open water. Easily pulls away from standard Coast Guard interceptor patrols.
High-speed beaching causes catastrophic outdrive shearing; requires careful docking.
Customization Options
Rideout Customs support includes custom hull wraps, upgraded propulsion, marine audio systems, and deck lighting packages.
Drivers can take the Buckingham Tug 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 DockTease marina dealerships in Vice City.