Nagasaki Nagasaki Buzzard
The Nagasaki Buzzard is a Nagasaki-built aircraft vehicle drawing inspiration from the MD 500 Defender Light Helicopter. It represents Nagasaki's commitment to performance and style on the streets of Vice City.
Overview
The Nagasaki Buzzard is a Nagasaki-built aircraft vehicle drawing inspiration from the MD 500 Defender Light Helicopter. It represents Nagasaki's commitment to performance and style on the streets of Vice City.
In Grand Theft Auto VI, vehicle handling and weight have been dramatically overhauled compared to GTA V. The Nagasaki Buzzard 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
Nagasaki Buzzard
Manufactured by Nagasaki in the GTA universe.
MD 500 Defender Light Helicopter
Produced by MD Helicopters.
The real-world MD 500 Defender Light Helicopter by MD Helicopters provides the primary design language. Rockstar's interpretation preserves signature proportions while applying satirical badge and detail modifications.
Performance Stats
Single-Engine drivetrain with jet-a1 (turboshaft) power. Estimated top speed of 175 mph (est.), placing it in the A-Tier (Air) bracket.
Rideout Dyno & Engine Rev Studio
Procedurally synthesized acoustic simulation for the Nagasaki Nagasaki Buzzard (AVIATION ROTOR). Hold throttle or press Space to rev.
Blueprint & System Architecture
Explore the structural engineering, powertrain configuration, cabin electronics, and tactical security subsystems of the Nagasaki Buzzard. Click or tap any node to inspect telemetry readouts, Rideout tuning potential, and Leonida survival notes.
Dual-Spool Turboshaft Engine Assembly
Rapid vertical climb rate outpaces ground pursuit. High altitude enables radar evasion across Leonida airspace.
Tail rotor damage instantly initiates uncontrolled autorotation flat-spin.
Customization Options
Rideout Customs support for this aircraft includes performance tuning, wheel and tire packages, custom paint, and body kit options.
Drivers can take the Nagasaki Buzzard 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 dealerships in Vice City.