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| name = Flatbed |
| name = Flatbed |
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| − | | front_image = Flatbed-GTAV- |
+ | | front_image = Flatbed-GTAV-FrontQuarter.jpg |
| image_size = 300 |
| image_size = 300 |
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| − | | caption = A Flatbed in [[Grand Theft Auto |
+ | | caption = A '''Flatbed''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto V]]''. |
| − | | rear_image = Flatbed-GTAV- |
+ | | rear_image = Flatbed-GTAV-RearQuarter.jpg |
| − | | manufacturer = [[MTL]] <small> |
+ | | manufacturer = [[MTL]] <small>([[HD Universe]])</small> |
| vehicle_class = Industrial |
| vehicle_class = Industrial |
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| vehicle_type = Industrial vehicle |
| vehicle_type = Industrial vehicle |
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| related = [[Packer]]<br>[[Pounder]] |
| related = [[Packer]]<br>[[Pounder]] |
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| ⚫ | The '''Flatbed''' is a commonly recurring heavy truck first introduced in ''[[Grand Theft Auto: London 1969]]''. The second incarnation of the vehicle, debuting in ''[[Grand Theft Auto III]]'', would go on to repeatedly appear in following titles. It is manufactured by [[MTL]] in the [[HD Universe]]. |
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In its debut appearance in [[Grand Theft Auto: London, 1969]], the Flatbed is depicted as a vehicle more alike those seen in 1960s Britain: A two-door, four-wheel cab-over lorry with a flat cab (consistently appearing green), similar in design to a [[wp:Ford D-series|Ford D-series]]. Despite its appearance, the Flatbed weighs about the same as normal cars, suggesting that it is a light lorry similar to the [[Sweets Van]]. Despite this, it has twice the value of the Sweets Van, earning the player a base payment of £800 when it is exported in mint condition. |
In its debut appearance in [[Grand Theft Auto: London, 1969]], the Flatbed is depicted as a vehicle more alike those seen in 1960s Britain: A two-door, four-wheel cab-over lorry with a flat cab (consistently appearing green), similar in design to a [[wp:Ford D-series|Ford D-series]]. Despite its appearance, the Flatbed weighs about the same as normal cars, suggesting that it is a light lorry similar to the [[Sweets Van]]. Despite this, it has twice the value of the Sweets Van, earning the player a base payment of £800 when it is exported in mint condition. |
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| − | Flatbed-GTAL69.png|A Flatbed in GTA London 1969. |
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Between GTA III and GTA Vice City Stories, the Flatbed's appearance, a large, six wheel standard cab truck, was similar to the [[Barracks OL]] military vehicle; in GTA III, the Flatbed was simply a Barracks OL without the latter's bed accessories. Although it appears to have six wheels, it can be speculated that it is a 10 wheeler truck as it would likely have duals. |
Between GTA III and GTA Vice City Stories, the Flatbed's appearance, a large, six wheel standard cab truck, was similar to the [[Barracks OL]] military vehicle; in GTA III, the Flatbed was simply a Barracks OL without the latter's bed accessories. Although it appears to have six wheels, it can be speculated that it is a 10 wheeler truck as it would likely have duals. |
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Throughout the series, the Flatbed's appearance changes very little, with the addition of loads of various cargo in GTA Vice City and GTA San Andreas, as well as changes to the detailing - mainly the cab (in its first appearance, the cab had no roof - a roof was added in GTA Vice City). The Liberty City Stories version is only seen loaded with three planks of wood resting against some covered crates. |
Throughout the series, the Flatbed's appearance changes very little, with the addition of loads of various cargo in GTA Vice City and GTA San Andreas, as well as changes to the detailing - mainly the cab (in its first appearance, the cab had no roof - a roof was added in GTA Vice City). The Liberty City Stories version is only seen loaded with three planks of wood resting against some covered crates. |
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| − | The Flatbed in these games appears to be loosely based on the [[ |
+ | The Flatbed in these games appears to be loosely based on the [[wp:M939 Truck|M939 "5-ton"]] truck, the only exception being the GTA Liberty City Stories version, which frontal fascia has been modified to appear more similar to the [[Linerunner]]. |
| + | ====''Grand Theft Auto IV''==== |
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| − | <gallery position="center"> |
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| ⚫ | The Flatbed in GTA IV was completely redesigned, and is essentially modeled on the [[wp:Peterbilt 379|Peterbilt 379]]; its appearance is thus very similar to the [[Phantom]], a truck also based on a Peterbilt design. The Flatbed is built by [[MTL]]. Like other trucks, it can be found in the industrial areas of [[Bohan]], either unloaded, or carrying, variously, a shipping container, or a crane attachment. The current logo resembles the old style logo used on Prevost Buses |
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| − | Flatbed-GTA3-front.jpg|GTA III (<small>[[:Image:Flatbed-GTA3-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view]]</small>). |
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| − | Flatbed-GTAVC-front.jpg|GTA Vice City, loaded with pipes (<small>[[:Image:Flatbed-GTAVC-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view, with wooden crates]]</small>). |
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| − | Flatbed-GTASA-front.jpg|GTA San Andreas, loaded with wooden crates (<small>[[:Image:Flatbed-GTASA-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view]]</small>). |
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| − | Flatbed-GTALCS-front.jpg|GTA Liberty City Stories (<small>[[:Image:Flatbed-GTALCS-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view]]</small>). |
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| − | Flatbed-GTAVCS-front.jpg|GTA Vice City Stories (<small>[[:Image:Flatbed-GTAVCS-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view, with wooden crates]]</small>). |
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| − | </gallery> |
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| ⚫ | The Flatbed in GTA IV was completely redesigned, and is essentially modeled on the [[wp:Peterbilt 379|Peterbilt 379]]; its |
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The Flatbed in GTA Chinatown Wars now resembles a [[wp:Dodge Ram|2009-present Dodge Ram 5500]] and therefore is much smaller. It's consistently depicted as a flatbed truck. |
The Flatbed in GTA Chinatown Wars now resembles a [[wp:Dodge Ram|2009-present Dodge Ram 5500]] and therefore is much smaller. It's consistently depicted as a flatbed truck. |
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| + | ===''Grand Theft Auto V'' === |
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| − | <gallery position="center"> |
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| ⚫ | The Flatbed appears in GTA V as a flatbed version of the [[Packer]]. On a closer inspection, it is depicted to be a recovery truck, as the platform features steel winches in it, supposed to carry small vehicles in case of malfunctions or accidents. Unfortunately, its unable to transport vehicles as is non operational in-game. Even using a ramp to get to get on the bed, the car will still slide off when in motion. |
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| − | Flatbed-GTA4-crane-side.jpg|GTA IV, with a mounted crane. |
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| − | Flatbed-GTACW.png|GTA Chinatown Wars. |
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| − | </gallery> |
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| − | === |
+ | ===Current Design Gallery=== |
| + | {{Vehicle Design Gallery |
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| ⚫ | The Flatbed appears in |
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| + | | Front_quarter_imagename = Flatbed-GTAV-FrontQuarter.jpg |
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| + | | Top_view_imagename = Flatbed-GTAV-Top.jpg |
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| + | | Rear_quarter_imagename = Flatbed-GTAV-RearQuarter.jpg |
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| + | | Front_view_imagename = Flatbed-GTAV-Front.jpg |
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| + | | Side_view_imagename = Flatbed-GTAV-Side.jpg |
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| + | | Rear_view_imagename = Flatbed-GTAV-Rear.jpg |
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| + | | Engine_bay_imagename = Flatbed-GTAV-Engine.jpg |
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| + | | Underside_view_imagename = Flatbed-GTAV-Underside.jpg |
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| + | | Inside_view_imagename = Flatbed-GTAV-Inside.jpg |
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| + | | Badge_texture_imagename = Flatbed-GTAV-Detail.jpg |
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| + | | Damage_view_imagename = Flatbed-GTAV-Open.jpg |
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| + | | Dashboard_view_imagename = Flatbed_GTAVe_Interior.jpg |
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| + | }} |
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| + | ===Version History Gallery=== |
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| − | <gallery position="center"> |
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| + | {{Vehicle Design History Gallery |
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| − | Flatbed-GTAV-Front.png| Flatbed front |
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| + | | GTALDN_Top_imagename = Flatbed-GTAL69.png |
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| − | Flatbed-GTAV-Rear.png| Flatbed rear |
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| + | | GTAIII_Front_imagename = Flatbed-GTA3-front.jpg |
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| + | | GTAIII_Rear_imagename = Flatbed-GTA3-rear.jpg |
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| − | Flatbed_GTAVe_Interior.jpg|[[Vehicle Features#Working Dashboards|Interior]] [[first person view]] in the [[Grand Theft Auto V#Next-Gen & PC Versions|enhanced version of GTA V]]. |
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| + | | GTAVC_Front_imagename = Flatbed-GTAVC-front.jpg |
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| − | </gallery> |
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| + | | GTAVC_Rear_imagename = Flatbed-GTAVC-rear.jpg |
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| + | | GTASA_Front_imagename = Flatbed-GTASA-front.jpg |
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| + | | GTASA_Rear_imagename = Flatbed-GTASA-rear.jpg |
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| + | | GTALCS_Front_imagename = Flatbed-GTALCS-front.jpg |
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| + | | GTALCS_Rear_imagename = Flatbed-GTALCS-rear.jpg |
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| + | | GTAVCS_Front_imagename = Flatbed-GTAVCS-front.jpg |
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| + | | GTAVCS_Rear_imagename = Flatbed-GTAVCS-rear.jpg |
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| + | | GTAIV_Front_imagename = Flatbed-GTA4-container-front.jpg |
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| + | | GTAIV_Rear_imagename = |
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| + | | GTACW_Front_imagename = Flatbed-GTACW.png |
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| + | }} |
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| − | + | == Performance == |
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+ | ===''Grand Theft Auto: London''=== |
Due to its design, the Flatbed in [[GTA London 1969]] is one of the better handling lorries in the game, albeit slightly inferior to the [[Sweets Van]], with average speed, and slightly below average acceleration and handling. |
Due to its design, the Flatbed in [[GTA London 1969]] is one of the better handling lorries in the game, albeit slightly inferior to the [[Sweets Van]], with average speed, and slightly below average acceleration and handling. |
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| + | ===3D Universe=== |
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| − | ==== GTA III — GTA Chinatown Wars ==== |
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| − | From GTA III onwards, the Flatbed is slow to accelerate and hard to maneuver in tight spaces; once it gets going, however, its top speed is decent. The Flatbed is resilient, allowing it to easily ram other vehicles aside (even being capable of surviving up to four collisions with [[APC]]s before becoming undrivable). In opposite way it's outclassed in this by the [[Fire Truck]] and the [[Barracks OL]]. However, in GTA Vice City, it outperforms the Fire Truck as far as ramming ability is concerned, as it stays in control more than the Fire Truck, which grip is lost in almost all head-on collisions. Also, in GTA Vice City, it is clearly the heaviest non |
+ | From GTA III onwards, the Flatbed is slow to accelerate and hard to maneuver in tight spaces; once it gets going, however, its top speed is decent. The Flatbed is resilient, allowing it to easily ram other vehicles aside (even being capable of surviving up to four collisions with [[APC]]s before becoming undrivable). In opposite way it's outclassed in this by the [[Fire Truck]] and the [[Barracks OL]]. However, in GTA Vice City, it outperforms the Fire Truck as far as ramming ability is concerned, as it stays in control more than the Fire Truck, which grip is lost in almost all head-on collisions. Also, in GTA Vice City, it is clearly the heaviest non speciality vehicle as it is not only a heavy duty ten-wheeler, but it is always loaded with something. The fire truck accelerates faster but does not demonstrate the amount of momentum and density of the Flatbed. |
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+ | ===''Grand Theft Auto IV''=== |
| − | The Flatbed, despite its size and sheer weight, still manages to get a top speed |
+ | The Flatbed, despite its size and sheer weight, still manages to get a good top speed. However, it is quite slow to accelerate, but it has exceptional steering and manoeuvrability to make up for this. The brakes are adequate to its size and weight. Its performance has improved since its last appearance in GTA IV. |
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| ⚫ | The Flatbed in GTA V is an improvement over the last |
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| + | ===''Grand Theft Auto V''=== |
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| ⚫ | The Flatbed in GTA V is an improvement over the last instalments. Due to sharing the same engine as the Packer, the Flatbed can achieve speeds just as impressive. Handling is quite decent due to not being that lengthy. Acceleration isn't bad either. Another advantage the Flatbed has, is its sheer size and weight. When chased by cops, the Flatbed is a rolling battering ram, being able to plough through many roadblocks. It is also quite durable. |
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| ⚫ | Although it is frequently seen on the roads, the Flatbed has not been prominently featured in missions. The only notable use of the Flatbed is during the GTA IV mission [[Rigged to Blow (GTA IV)|Rigged to Blow]], where a Flatbed rigged with explosives is used to blow up a garage. Also in [[Search and Delete]] there is a unique Flatbed with logs as its cargo. |
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| + | {{GTA V Vehicle Stats |
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| + | |0-62mph/ 0-100km/h time defined = |
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| + | |Top speed defined = 81 / 130 <small>(Handling.dat)</small> |
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| + | |Engine defined = 24-Valve Supercharged <small>(Badging)</small> |
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| + | |Drivetrain defined = AWD<br><small>50% FWD<br>50% RWD</small> <small>(Handling.dat)</small> |
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| + | |Gears defined = 5 <small>(Handling.dat)</small> |
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| + | |Mass defined = 6500 / 14330 <small>(Handling.dat)</small> |
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| + | |0-62mph/ 0-100km/h time observed = |
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| + | |Top speed observed = |
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| + | |Engine observed = {{H:title|Front engine, all wheel drive|F4}} {{H:title|Single Overhead Camshaft|SOHC}} V8 <small>(Spark-Plug Textures)</small> |
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| + | |Drivetrain observed = AWD |
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| + | |Gears observed = 5 |
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| + | }} |
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| + | ==Image Gallery== |
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| + | Flatbed badges.png|Extra badges. |
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In GTA Vice City Stories, it appeared during the mission [[The Exchange (GTA VCS)|The Exchange]], where you drive Diaz's guys to the deal in [[Downtown Vice City|Downtown]], with the [[Drug Enforcement Administration|DEA]], to exchange the drugs for the weapons. This Flatbed is navy blue. |
In GTA Vice City Stories, it appeared during the mission [[The Exchange (GTA VCS)|The Exchange]], where you drive Diaz's guys to the deal in [[Downtown Vice City|Downtown]], with the [[Drug Enforcement Administration|DEA]], to exchange the drugs for the weapons. This Flatbed is navy blue. |
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| + | ===''Grand Theft Auto IV''=== |
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| ⚫ | Although it is frequently seen on the roads, the Flatbed has not been prominently featured in missions. The only notable use of the Flatbed is during the GTA IV mission [[Rigged to Blow (GTA IV)|Rigged to Blow]], where a Flatbed rigged with explosives is used to blow up a garage. Also in [[Search and Delete]] there is a unique Flatbed with logs as its cargo. |
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==Locations== |
==Locations== |
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*Rarely spawns in [[Chinatown, Portland]]. |
*Rarely spawns in [[Chinatown, Portland]]. |
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*Spawns rarely in [[Fort Staunton]]/[[Aspatria]], [[Staunton Island]] |
*Spawns rarely in [[Fort Staunton]]/[[Aspatria]], [[Staunton Island]] |
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+ | ===''Grand Theft Auto: Vice City''=== |
*Parked southwest of the [[Pay 'n' Spray]] in [[Viceport]]. |
*Parked southwest of the [[Pay 'n' Spray]] in [[Viceport]]. |
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*Commonly found in Viceport. |
*Commonly found in Viceport. |
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+ | ===''Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas''=== |
*Commonly found driving around [[Ocean Docks]]. |
*Commonly found driving around [[Ocean Docks]]. |
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*Always found driving or parked at the cargo area of the [[Fallen Tree]]. |
*Always found driving or parked at the cargo area of the [[Fallen Tree]]. |
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*On the [[Las Venturas Highway|freeway]] just south of [[Hunter Quarry]]. |
*On the [[Las Venturas Highway|freeway]] just south of [[Hunter Quarry]]. |
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+ | ===''Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories''=== |
*Rarely spawns in Chinatown, Portland. |
*Rarely spawns in Chinatown, Portland. |
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+ | ===''Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories''=== |
*Parked at the southern Pay n' Spray in Viceport. |
*Parked at the southern Pay n' Spray in Viceport. |
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*Parked near the east entrance of [[Escobar International Airport]]. |
*Parked near the east entrance of [[Escobar International Airport]]. |
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+ | ===''Grand Theft Auto IV''=== |
*Parked in a construction site adjacent to the multistory car park in [[Purgatory]], [[Algonquin]]. |
*Parked in a construction site adjacent to the multistory car park in [[Purgatory]], [[Algonquin]]. |
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*Parked on [[Fulcrum Avenue]] in [[Tudor]], [[Alderney]]. |
*Parked on [[Fulcrum Avenue]] in [[Tudor]], [[Alderney]]. |
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*Parked on [[Union Drive West]] in Purgatory, Algonquin near a skate park. |
*Parked on [[Union Drive West]] in Purgatory, Algonquin near a skate park. |
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| − | *The target of a vehicle base jump will always be a Flatbed. |
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| + | *Flatbeds appears near small ports, where [[Dock Handler|Dock Handlers]] spawns. |
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| − | ===GTA V=== |
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== Trivia == |
== Trivia == |
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** '''GTA IV''': [[Massive B Soundsystem 96.9]] or [[Tuff Gong Radio]]. |
** '''GTA IV''': [[Massive B Soundsystem 96.9]] or [[Tuff Gong Radio]]. |
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** '''Episodes from Liberty City''': [[RamJam FM]]. |
** '''Episodes from Liberty City''': [[RamJam FM]]. |
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| + | ** '''GTA V''': [[Rebel Radio]]. |
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| − | === GTA IV and Episodes=== |
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+ | ===''Grand Theft Auto IV''=== |
| + | * The Flatbed is equipped with a [[GPS]] system with a male voice, but only if the player leaves the "selected cars" (default) option in the audio menu. |
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| + | ===''Grand Theft Auto V''=== |
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| + | * Strangely, the engine model for the Flatbed appears to use 8 spark plugs, suggesting it is a petrol engine, untypical for a vehicle of this kind. It also suggests the engine can only be a petrol single-cam V8. |
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| + | *The Flatbed's badges incorrectly refer to the engine as a "V24", where it actually means "24 valved", which is supposed to be written as "24v". This also applies to the [[Packer]] and [[Phantom]]. |
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| − | ==See |
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*[[DFT-30]] |
*[[DFT-30]] |
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*[[Biff]] |
*[[Biff]] |
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*[[Pounder]] |
*[[Pounder]] |
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| + | ==Navigation== |
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{{Navboxes |
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|title= Navigation |
|title= Navigation |
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[[pl:Flatbed]] |
[[pl:Flatbed]] |
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[[Category:Vehicles]] |
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[[Category:Vehicles in GTA London]] |
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[[Category:Vehicles manufactured by MTL]] |
[[Category:Vehicles manufactured by MTL]] |
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[[Category:Vehicles in GTA Online]] |
[[Category:Vehicles in GTA Online]] |
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Revision as of 21:03, 21 November 2015
Template:Infobox vehicles The Flatbed is a commonly recurring heavy truck first introduced in Grand Theft Auto: London 1969. The second incarnation of the vehicle, debuting in Grand Theft Auto III, would go on to repeatedly appear in following titles. It is manufactured by MTL in the HD Universe.
Design
Grand Theft Auto: London
In its debut appearance in Grand Theft Auto: London, 1969, the Flatbed is depicted as a vehicle more alike those seen in 1960s Britain: A two-door, four-wheel cab-over lorry with a flat cab (consistently appearing green), similar in design to a Ford D-series. Despite its appearance, the Flatbed weighs about the same as normal cars, suggesting that it is a light lorry similar to the Sweets Van. Despite this, it has twice the value of the Sweets Van, earning the player a base payment of £800 when it is exported in mint condition.
3D Universe
Between GTA III and GTA Vice City Stories, the Flatbed's appearance, a large, six wheel standard cab truck, was similar to the Barracks OL military vehicle; in GTA III, the Flatbed was simply a Barracks OL without the latter's bed accessories. Although it appears to have six wheels, it can be speculated that it is a 10 wheeler truck as it would likely have duals.
Throughout the series, the Flatbed's appearance changes very little, with the addition of loads of various cargo in GTA Vice City and GTA San Andreas, as well as changes to the detailing - mainly the cab (in its first appearance, the cab had no roof - a roof was added in GTA Vice City). The Liberty City Stories version is only seen loaded with three planks of wood resting against some covered crates.
The Flatbed in these games appears to be loosely based on the M939 "5-ton" truck, the only exception being the GTA Liberty City Stories version, which frontal fascia has been modified to appear more similar to the Linerunner.
Grand Theft Auto IV
The Flatbed in GTA IV was completely redesigned, and is essentially modeled on the Peterbilt 379; its appearance is thus very similar to the Phantom, a truck also based on a Peterbilt design. The Flatbed is built by MTL. Like other trucks, it can be found in the industrial areas of Bohan, either unloaded, or carrying, variously, a shipping container, or a crane attachment. The current logo resembles the old style logo used on Prevost Buses
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars
The Flatbed in GTA Chinatown Wars now resembles a 2009-present Dodge Ram 5500 and therefore is much smaller. It's consistently depicted as a flatbed truck.
Grand Theft Auto V
The Flatbed appears in GTA V as a flatbed version of the Packer. On a closer inspection, it is depicted to be a recovery truck, as the platform features steel winches in it, supposed to carry small vehicles in case of malfunctions or accidents. Unfortunately, its unable to transport vehicles as is non operational in-game. Even using a ramp to get to get on the bed, the car will still slide off when in motion.
Current Design Gallery
Template:Vehicle Design Gallery
Version History Gallery
Grand Theft Auto: London expansions
Grand Theft Auto IV
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars
Performance
Grand Theft Auto: London
Due to its design, the Flatbed in GTA London 1969 is one of the better handling lorries in the game, albeit slightly inferior to the Sweets Van, with average speed, and slightly below average acceleration and handling.
3D Universe
From GTA III onwards, the Flatbed is slow to accelerate and hard to maneuver in tight spaces; once it gets going, however, its top speed is decent. The Flatbed is resilient, allowing it to easily ram other vehicles aside (even being capable of surviving up to four collisions with APCs before becoming undrivable). In opposite way it's outclassed in this by the Fire Truck and the Barracks OL. However, in GTA Vice City, it outperforms the Fire Truck as far as ramming ability is concerned, as it stays in control more than the Fire Truck, which grip is lost in almost all head-on collisions. Also, in GTA Vice City, it is clearly the heaviest non speciality vehicle as it is not only a heavy duty ten-wheeler, but it is always loaded with something. The fire truck accelerates faster but does not demonstrate the amount of momentum and density of the Flatbed.
Grand Theft Auto IV
The Flatbed, despite its size and sheer weight, still manages to get a good top speed. However, it is quite slow to accelerate, but it has exceptional steering and manoeuvrability to make up for this. The brakes are adequate to its size and weight. Its performance has improved since its last appearance in GTA IV.
Grand Theft Auto V
The Flatbed in GTA V is an improvement over the last instalments. Due to sharing the same engine as the Packer, the Flatbed can achieve speeds just as impressive. Handling is quite decent due to not being that lengthy. Acceleration isn't bad either. Another advantage the Flatbed has, is its sheer size and weight. When chased by cops, the Flatbed is a rolling battering ram, being able to plough through many roadblocks. It is also quite durable.
GTA V Overview
Template:GTA V Vehicle Stats
Image Gallery
GTA IV, with a mounted crane.
A standard Flatbed in GTA IV.
Extra badges.
The Flatbed on Rockstar Social Club.
Prominent Appearances in Missions
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories
In GTA Vice City Stories, it appeared during the mission The Exchange, where you drive Diaz's guys to the deal in Downtown, with the DEA, to exchange the drugs for the weapons. This Flatbed is navy blue.
Grand Theft Auto IV
Although it is frequently seen on the roads, the Flatbed has not been prominently featured in missions. The only notable use of the Flatbed is during the GTA IV mission Rigged to Blow, where a Flatbed rigged with explosives is used to blow up a garage. Also in Search and Delete there is a unique Flatbed with logs as its cargo.
Locations
Grand Theft Auto III
- Rarely spawns in Chinatown, Portland.
- Spawns rarely in Fort Staunton/Aspatria, Staunton Island
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
- Parked southwest of the Pay 'n' Spray in Viceport.
- Commonly found in Viceport.
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
- Commonly found driving around Ocean Docks.
- Always found driving or parked at the cargo area of the Fallen Tree.
- Common in Spiny Bed
- Usually found driving on the Sherman Dam.
- On the freeway just south of Hunter Quarry.
Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories
- Rarely spawns in Chinatown, Portland.
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories
- Parked at the southern Pay n' Spray in Viceport.
- Parked near the east entrance of Escobar International Airport.
Grand Theft Auto IV
- Parked in a construction site adjacent to the multistory car park in Purgatory, Algonquin.
- Parked on Fulcrum Avenue in Tudor, Alderney.
- Two Flatbeds are parked in a construction site with a helicopter landing pad in Westminster, Algonquin.
- Parked on Union Drive West in Purgatory, Algonquin near a skate park.
Grand Theft Auto V
- Flatbeds are most common on the northern part of the Great Ocean Highway and eastern Highways. Spawns along with other trucks like the Phantom, Hauler and Packer.
- Flatbeds appears near small ports, where Dock Handlers spawns.
Trivia
General
- The Flatbed plays the following radio stations by default when entered:
- GTA San Andreas: K-DST.
- GTA IV: Massive B Soundsystem 96.9 or Tuff Gong Radio.
- Episodes from Liberty City: RamJam FM.
- GTA V: Rebel Radio.
Grand Theft Auto IV
- The Flatbed is equipped with a GPS system with a male voice, but only if the player leaves the "selected cars" (default) option in the audio menu.
- The platform and winch cannot be lowered or raised, and therefore the Flatbed ironically cannot tow cars.
Grand Theft Auto V
- During the chase part of Father/Son, a Flatbed can be seen carrying a Gauntlet, which later falls from it. In normal gameplay, cars cannot be carried on the Flatbed, as they will simply slide off the truck when setting off.
- Strangely, the engine model for the Flatbed appears to use 8 spark plugs, suggesting it is a petrol engine, untypical for a vehicle of this kind. It also suggests the engine can only be a petrol single-cam V8.
- The Flatbed's badges incorrectly refer to the engine as a "V24", where it actually means "24 valved", which is supposed to be written as "24v". This also applies to the Packer and Phantom.