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{{Disambiglink|Not to be confused with the crime syndicate; [[Zaibatsu Corporation]], or the game developer [[Kaihatsu]].}}
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|car name = [[File:Name-IV-Maibatsu.png|165px]]
  
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|name = Maibatsu Corporation
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|type = Vehicle manufacturer
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|image = Maibatsu-GTAV-Logo2.png
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|bawsaq = {{BAWSAQ/Slider}} '''MAI'''
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|reference = {{WP|Mitsubishi Motors|Mitsubishi}}
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|locations = '''3D Universe:'''<br/>{{Manhunt|Maibatsu Plaza}}, [[Cottonmouth]]<br/>'''HD Universe:'''<br/>[[Maibatsu Factory]], [[Los Santos (HD Universe)|Los Santos]]
 
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{{Quote|A Japanese multinational conglomerate that manufactures cars, electronics, cruise missiles and just about every other product on the face of the planet. The definition of over-diversified.|Description at [[Bawsaq.com]].}}
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The '''Maibatsu Corporation''' (Japanese Katakana: '''マイバツ''') ([[BAWSAQ]]: MAI) is a [[Japan]]ese multinational conglomerate that has appeared in every ''Grand Theft Auto'' game since ''[[Grand Theft Auto III]]'', except for ''[[Grand Theft Auto Advance]]''. The company is also featured in the ''[[Manhunt]]'' series.
   
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==Overview==
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The '''Maibatsu Corporation''' ([[BAWSAQ]]: MAI) is a [[Japan|Japanese]] multinational conglomerate that has appeared in every ''Grand Theft Auto'' game since ''[[Grand Theft Auto III]]'', except for ''[[Grand Theft Auto Advance]]''. The name "''Maibatsu''" is a [[wp:Portmanteau|portmanteau]] of ''[[wp:Daihatsu|Daihatsu]]'' and ''[[wp:Mitsubishi|Mitsubishi]]'', and is also similar in name to "''[[Zaibatsu Corporation|Zaibatsu]]''" (財閥), a Japanese term for a large conglomerate.
 
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The player can buy stocks from them at the [[Bawsaq.com]] website in ''GTA V''. The name "''Maibatsu''" is a {{WP|Portmanteau|portmanteau}} of ''{{WP|Mitsubishi}} ''and ''{{WP|Daihatsu}},'' and is also similar in name to "''[[Zaibatsu Corporation|Zaibatsu]]''" (財閥), a Japanese term for a large conglomerate. Maibatsu's description as an "over-diversified" company reflects Mitsubishi Group's incredibly diverse products, from cars (Mitsubishi Motors Corporation/MMC), heavy equipment (Mitsubishi Heavy Industries), aircraft, and home appliances.
   
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==Appearances in games==
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==Appearances in Games==
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===3D Universe===
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*''[[Grand Theft Auto III]]'': Maibatsu has a radio ad and print ad for the [[Monstrosity]], a very large SUV (RC truck in European version) with extremely bad fuel efficiency (as low as 3 MPG).
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*''[[Grand Theft Auto III]]'': Maibatsu has [[Radio Stations in GTA III|radio]] and print [[Commercials in GTA III|advertisements]] for the [[Monstrosity]], a very large SUV (RC truck in European version) with extremely bad fuel efficiency.
 
*''[[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City]]'':
  
*''[[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City]]'':
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** Maibatsu runs a sexually provocative ad on the radio to promote the [[Thunder]].
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**Maibatsu runs a sexually provocative [[Commercials in GTA Vice City|ad]] on the [[Radio Stations in GTA Vice City|radio]] to promote the [[Thunder]].
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** There is an ad run by the lobby group [http://gta.wikia.com/The_Buy_American_Coalition Buy American Coalition] which encourages consumers to purchase domestic cars out of patriotism (a reference to the US auto industry being threatened by the growing popularity of cheaper and more fuel efficient Japanese imports), although it concedes that the Maibatsu Thunder is cheaper and better than its domestic contemporaries.
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**There is an ad run by the lobby group [[The Buy American Coalition|Buy American Coalition]] which encourages consumers to purchase domestic cars out of patriotism (a reference to the US auto industry being threatened by the growing popularity of cheaper and more fuel efficient Japanese imports), although it concedes that the Maibatsu Thunder is cheaper and better than its domestic contemporaries.
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** On the talk radio station [[VCPR]], [[Jonathan Freeloader]] announces [[Enviromental Week]] which is sponsored by Maibatsu and the [[Vice City Power Corporation]].
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**On the talk radio station [[VCPR]], [[Jonathan Freeloader]] announces [[Enviromental Week]] which is sponsored by Maibatsu and the [[Vice City Power Corporation]].
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**On the talk radio station [[K-Chat]], during her interview with [[Gethsemanee Starhawk Moonmaker]], [[Amy Sheckenhausen]] says she prefers American cars after Gethsemanee mentions the {{WP|coracle}}, which Amy initially believed to be a kind of Maibatsu car.
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*''[[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas]]'': Maibatsu runs an ad on the radio encouraging parents to buy their kids cars instead of bicycles.
  
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*In ''[[Manhunt]]'', members of {{Manhunt|The Hoods}} mention Maibatsu a couple of times when interacting with each other. One of them also says he bought a new Maibatsu [[Monstrosity]] with leather interior. <ref>{{Quote|You seen that new Maibatsu? Man, that car is hot!|{{Manhunt|The Hoods}} in ''[[Manhunt]]''.|sound=TheHoods-MH-NewMaibatsu.ogg}}</ref><ref>{{Quote|Yeah, I got me a new Maibatsu Monstrosity. Leather interior, all the extras.|{{Manhunt|The Hoods}} in ''[[Manhunt]]''.|sound=TheHoods-MH-MaibatsuMonstrosity.ogg}}</ref>
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*''[[Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories]]'': Maibatsu runs an ad for the [[Womb]], a minivan designed for men. It features a cooler for beer and a television on the dashboard among its features. The ad states that men can watch football, masturbate and be away from their wives in the Womb.
  
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*''[[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories]]'': In the [[Vice City Inquirer]], the [[The Buy American Coalition|Buy American Coalition]] asks readers to "take a mallet to a Maibatsu today".
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*''[[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas]]'': Maibatsu runs an [[Commercials in GTA San Andreas|ad]] on the [[Radio Stations in GTA San Andreas|radio]] encouraging parents to buy their kids cars instead of bicycles.
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*''[[Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories]]'': Maibatsu runs an [[Commercials in GTA Liberty City Stories|ad]] on the [[Radio Stations in GTA Liberty City Stories|radio]] for the [[Womb]], a minivan designed for men. It features a cooler for beer and a television on the dashboard among its features. The ad states that men can watch football, masturbate and be away from their wives in the Womb. They have also put on a petition to ban [[motorcycles]], which has been receiving support from the [[Liberty Tree]].
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*''[[Grand Theft Auto IV]]'': The corporation is more blatantly based on [[wikipedia:Mitsubishi Motors|Mitsubishi]]. Maibatsu now produces the [[Mule]] truck, [[Sanchez]] dirtbike, and [[Vincent]] sedan. In the [[WKTT]] in-game radio, a quick reference to the Maibatsu Monstrosity can be heard.
  
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*The {{Manhunt|Maibatsu Plaza}} complex in the City Center of [[Cottonmouth]] is named after the company.
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*''[[Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars]]'': Maibatsu doesn't make any notable appearance in Chinatown Wars aside from the presence of the Sanchez dirtbike.
  
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*''[[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories]]'': In the [[Vice City Inquirer]], the Buy American Coalition asks readers to "take a mallet to a Maibatsu today". On the official website, [[Toni]]'s bag contains keys for a Maibatsu car, which feature the logo emblazoned on then.
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*''[[Grand Theft Auto IV]]'': The corporation is more blatantly based on Mitsubishi. Maibatsu now produces the [[Mule]] truck, [[Sanchez]] dirtbike, and [[Vincent]] sedan. In the [[WKTT]] in-game radio, a quick reference to the Maibatsu Monstrosity can be heard.
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*''[[Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars]]'': Maibatsu does not make any notable appearance in Chinatown Wars aside from the presence of the Sanchez dirtbike.
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*''[[Grand Theft Auto V]]'': Maibatsu now produces the [[Penumbra]] coupé and the [[Frogger]] helicopter, while the [[Mule]] truck and the [[Sanchez]] dirtbike from ''GTA IV'' are also present. They also seem to be a manufacturer of solar panels, as their logo can be seen on several around the city<ref>[[File:Maibatsu-GTAVe-SolarPanels.png|thumb|center|200px]]</ref>. There is also a ''Maibatsu Motors Inc''. [[Maibatsu Factory|factory]] in [[Vespucci Boulevard]] and [[Supply Street]] in [[East Los Santos (HD Universe)|East Los Santos]].
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*''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]'': In the [[GTA Online: After Hours|After Hours]] update, when collecting [[Solomun]], [[English Dave]] will make reference to Maibatsus<ref>[[File:Maibatsu-GTAO-EcstasyPills.png|thumb|center|200px]]</ref> being the party pills of the 1990s that made him "chuck it". This is a reference to the [https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Mitsubishi Mitsubishi] {{WP|MDMA|Ecstasy}} "brand".
 
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Although the Maibatsu Corporation is most famous for the vehicles it manufactures, Maibatsu also manufactures, among many other things, electronics and cruise missiles.<ref>[http://socialclub.rockstargames.com/games/gtav/bawsaq BAWSAQ]</ref>
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==Products==
  
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Although the Maibatsu Corporation is most famous for the vehicles it manufactures, Maibatsu also makes electronics, cruise missiles and just about every other product on the face of the planet.<ref>[http://socialclub.rockstargames.com/games/gtav/bawsaq BAWSAQ]</ref>
  
   
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===Vehicles===
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==Vehicles==
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====Vehicles in 3D Universe====
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===3D Universe===
 
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|[[File:MonstrosityUS.jpg|200px|center]]<br>
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| [[Monstrosity]]
  
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The '''Monstrosity''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto III]]''.
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|[[Monstrosity]]
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| [[Landstalker]] (American Version)<br />[[wp:Ford Super Duty|Ford F250 regular cab]] (European Version)
  
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|Full-size SUV/truck
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|{{WP|Mitsubishi Pajero|Mitsubishi Montero}}
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|Only depicted in advertisements; Not seen on the road
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|[[Thunder]]
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|Sports compact
 
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|Only depicted in advertisements; Not seen on the road
 
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| [[Thunder]]
  
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|[[Womb]]
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| Sport compact
  
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|Minivan
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| Only depicted in advertisements; Not seen on the road
  
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|Only depicted in advertisements; Not seen on the road
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| [[Womb]]
  
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| Minivan
  
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| Unknown
  
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| Only depicted in advertisements; Not seen on the road
  
 
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|[[File:Frogger-GTAV-front.png|200px|center]]<br>
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| [[Mule]]
  
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The '''Frogger''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto V]]''.
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| Cabover Box Truck
  
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|[[Frogger]]
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| [[wp:Isuzu Elf|1994-2004 Isuzu Elf]]
  
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|{{WP|Eurocopter EC130|Eurocopter EC130}}
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|''Grand Theft Auto V'' exclusive.
 
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|[[File:Manchez-GTAO-front.png|200px|center]]
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| [[Penumbra]]
  
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The '''Manchez''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''.
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| Sport compact
  
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|[[Manchez]]
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| [[wp:Mitsubishi Eclipse|2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse SE]]
  
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|Dirt bike
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|{{URL|https://www.rideapart.com/news/254287/the-worlds-lightest-dirt-bike-mountain-moto-fx5|FX Bikes Mountain Moto FX5}}
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|Returns in the [[GTA Online: Bikers|Bikers]] update for ''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''.
 
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|[[File:ManchezScout-GTAO-front.png|200px|center]]
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| [[Sanchez]]
  
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The '''Manchez Scout''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''.
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|[[Manchez Scout]]
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| [[wp:Yamaha YZ450F|Yamaha YZ450F]]
  
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|Dirt bike
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|{{WP|Armstrong MT500}}
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|Added in ''[[GTA Online: The Cayo Perico Heist|The Cayo Perico Heist]]'' update for ''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''. Militarized version of the Manchez.
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|[[File:ManchezScoutC-GTAOe-front.png|200px|center]]
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The '''Manchez Scout C''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''.
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|[[Manchez Scout C]]
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|Dirt bike
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|{{WP|Armstrong MT500}}
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|Civilian variant of the Manchez Scout. Added in the ''[[GTA Online: Los Santos Drug Wars|Los Santos Drug Wars]]'' update for ''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''.
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|[[File:MonstroCiti-GTAOe-front.png|200px|center]]<br>
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The '''MonstroCiti''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''.
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|[[MonstroCiti]]
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|Off-road competition car
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|{{WP|Mitsubishi Pajero Evolution|Mitsubishi Pajero Evolution (V55W)}}
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|Added in the [[GTA Online: San Andreas Mercenaries|San Andreas Mercenaries]] update for ''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''.
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|[[File:Mule-GTAV-front.png|200px|center]]<br>
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The '''Mule''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto V]]''.<br>
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[[File:Mule2-GTAV-front.png|200px|center]]<br>
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The '''Mule''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto V]]''.<br>
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[[File:Mule3-GTAO-front.png|200px|center]]<br>
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The '''Mule''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''.
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|[[Mule]]
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|Cabover box truck
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|{{WP|Isuzu Elf|1994-2004 Isuzu Elf}}
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|Available in standard, ramp-door and armored "Heists" variants (the latter added in ''Grand Theft Auto Online'' as part of the [[GTA Online: Heists|Heists]] update)
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|[[File:MuleCustom-GTAO-front.png|200px|center]]<br>
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The '''Mule Custom''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''.
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|[[Mule Custom]]
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|Custom cabover box truck
 
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|Introduced in the ''[[GTA Online: After Hours]]'' update for ''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''. Custom variant of the Mule.
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|[[File:Penumbra-GTAVe-front.png|200px|center]]<br>
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The '''Penumbra''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto V]]''.
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|[[Penumbra]]
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|Sports Coupé
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|{{WP|Mitsubishi Eclipse#Fourth generation (DK2A/DK4A; 2005)|2006-2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse}}
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|''Grand Theft Auto V'' exclusive.
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|[[File:PenumbraFF-GTAO-front.png|200px|center]]<br>
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The '''Penumbra FF''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''.
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|[[Penumbra FF]]
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|Sports Coupé
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|{{WP|Mitsubishi Eclipse#Second generation (D31A/D32A/D33A/D38A/D39A; 1994)|1995-1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse}}
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|Added in the [[GTA Online: Los Santos Summer Special|Los Santos Summer Special]] update for ''[[Grand Theft Auto Online]]''.
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|[[File:Sanchez2-GTAV-front.png|200px|center]]<br>
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The '''Sanchez''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto V]]''.
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|[[Sanchez]]
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|Dirt bike
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|{{WP|Yamaha YZ450F}}
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|Dubbed '''Sanchez 2''' in [[Southern San Andreas Super Autos]] website (''GTA V'')
 
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|[[File:Sanchez-GTAV-front-Sprunk.png|200px|center]]<br>
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| [[Vincent]]
  
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| Mid-size sedan
  
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|[[Sanchez (livery)]]
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| [[wp:Mitsubishi Galant#Eighth generation|1996-2003 Mitsubishi Galant]]
  
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|Dirt bike
 
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|Based on the [[Sanchez]].
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|[[File:Vincent-GTAIV-front.png|200px|center]]<br>
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The '''Vincent''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto IV]]''.
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|[[Vincent]]
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|Mid-size sedan
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|{{WP|Mitsubishi Galant#Eighth generation|1996-2006 Mitsubishi Galant}}
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|''Grand Theft Auto IV'' exclusive.
 
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| Helicopter
  
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| [[wp: Eurocopter EC130|Eurocopter EC130]]
  
 
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==Trivia==
  
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*The "Maibatsu Corporation" is likely a nod to the [[The Zaibatsu Corporation|Zaibatsu Corporation]], a massive corporation that plays a large role in ''[[Grand Theft Auto 2]]''.
  
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*Despite the fact that Maibatsu made a helicopter, in real life, Japanese companies are prohibited from exporting aircrafts as an impact of Japan's defeat back in World War 2.
  
   
 
==Gallery==
  
==Gallery==
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===3D Universe===
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<gallery spacing="small" position="center" bordercolor="#8e8e8e">
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<gallery position="center" spacing="small">
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MonstrosityUS.jpg|An ad for the Maibatsu Monstrosity, a rebadged [[Dundreary]] [[Landstalker]].
  
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MonstrosityUS.jpg|An ad for the '''Maibatsu''' Monstrosity from the [[United States of America|American]] and [[Australia]]n ''GTA III'' handbooks, a rebadged [[Landstalker]].
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MonstrosityEU.jpg|An ad for the '''Maibatsu''' Monstrosity from the [[Europe]]an ''GTA III'' handbook.
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MaibatsuCorporation-MH2-PlazaOverview.png|The '''Maibatsu Plaza''' in ''Manhunt 2''.
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MaibatsuCorporation-MH2-PlazaStatue.png|The '''Maibatsu Plaza''' statue in ''Manhunt 2''.
 
</gallery>
  
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===HD Universe===
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<gallery position="center" spacing="small">
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Maibatsu-GTAV-Logo.png|Alternative '''Maibatsu''' logo with a filled in background.
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Maibatsu2014logo.png|'''Maibatsu''' logo badge.
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Maibatsu-Alt-Logo-GTAV.png|An alternative '''Maibatsu''' logo featuring four "'''M'''"s in a cross shape.
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MaibatsuMotorsInc-sign-GTAV.png|A '''Maibatsu''' Motors Inc. sign.
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Maibatsu-GTAO-LSTunersBanner.png|Garage banner with '''Maibatsu''' and [[Hyper Function Suspension]].
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MaibatsuMotors-GTAV.png|[[Maibatsu Factory]] in [[East Los Santos (HD Universe)|East Los Santos]], [[State of San Andreas (HD Universe)|San Andreas]].
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BoostMotocross-Maibatsu-RacingJerseys-GTAO.png|Boost Motocross Racing Jersey.
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CherryMotocross-Maibatsu-RacingJerseys-GTAO.png|Cherry Motocross Racing Jersey.
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==Trivia==
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*The "Maibatsu Corporation" is likely a nod to the [[Zaibatsu Corporation]], a massive corporation that plays a large role in ''[[Grand Theft Auto 2]]''.
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*The Maibatsu Monstrosity ad seen in the European ''GTA III'' handbooks is clearly a Ford F-250 body on a monster truck chassis, with almost no alterations to make it differ otherwise.
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*The Maibatsu Plaza statue appears to have taken inspiration from {{WP|Lee Lawrie}}'s ''{{WP|Atlas (statue)|Atlas}}'' statue at the {{WP|Rockefeller Center}} in {{WP|New York City}}.
   
 
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Latest revision as of 14:05, 10 April 2024

Not to be confused with the crime syndicate; Zaibatsu Corporation, or the game developer Kaihatsu.

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Manhunt Wiki has an article on Maibatsu Corporation
“
A Japanese multinational conglomerate that manufactures cars, electronics, cruise missiles and just about every other product on the face of the planet. The definition of over-diversified.
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— Description at Bawsaq.com.

The Maibatsu Corporation (Japanese Katakana: マイバツ) (BAWSAQ: MAI) is a Japanese multinational conglomerate that has appeared in every Grand Theft Auto game since Grand Theft Auto III, except for Grand Theft Auto Advance. The company is also featured in the Manhunt series.

Overview

The player can buy stocks from them at the Bawsaq.com website in GTA V. The name "Maibatsu" is a portmanteau of Mitsubishi and Daihatsu, and is also similar in name to "Zaibatsu" (財閥), a Japanese term for a large conglomerate. Maibatsu's description as an "over-diversified" company reflects Mitsubishi Group's incredibly diverse products, from cars (Mitsubishi Motors Corporation/MMC), heavy equipment (Mitsubishi Heavy Industries), aircraft, and home appliances.

Appearances in Games

3D Universe

HD Universe

Although the Maibatsu Corporation is most famous for the vehicles it manufactures, Maibatsu also manufactures, among many other things, electronics and cruise missiles.[5]

Vehicles

3D Universe

Image Vehicle Style Based on (3D Universe) Notes
MonstrosityUS

The Monstrosity in Grand Theft Auto III.

Monstrosity Full-size SUV/truck Mitsubishi Montero Only depicted in advertisements; Not seen on the road
Thunder Sports compact Only depicted in advertisements; Not seen on the road
Womb Minivan Unknown Only depicted in advertisements; Not seen on the road

HD Universe

Image Vehicle Style Based on (HD Universe) Notes
Frogger-GTAV-front

The Frogger in Grand Theft Auto V.

Frogger Transport Helicopter Eurocopter EC130 Grand Theft Auto V exclusive.
Manchez-GTAO-front

The Manchez in Grand Theft Auto Online.

Manchez Dirt bike FX Bikes Mountain Moto FX5 Returns in the Bikers update for Grand Theft Auto Online.
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The Manchez Scout in Grand Theft Auto Online.

Manchez Scout Dirt bike Armstrong MT500 Added in The Cayo Perico Heist update for Grand Theft Auto Online. Militarized version of the Manchez.
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The Manchez Scout C in Grand Theft Auto Online.

Manchez Scout C Dirt bike Armstrong MT500 Civilian variant of the Manchez Scout. Added in the Los Santos Drug Wars update for Grand Theft Auto Online.
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The MonstroCiti in Grand Theft Auto Online.

MonstroCiti Off-road competition car Mitsubishi Pajero Evolution (V55W) Added in the San Andreas Mercenaries update for Grand Theft Auto Online.
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The Mule in Grand Theft Auto V.

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The Mule in Grand Theft Auto V.

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The Mule in Grand Theft Auto Online.

Mule Cabover box truck 1994-2004 Isuzu Elf Available in standard, ramp-door and armored "Heists" variants (the latter added in Grand Theft Auto Online as part of the Heists update)
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The Mule Custom in Grand Theft Auto Online.

Mule Custom Custom cabover box truck Introduced in the GTA Online: After Hours update for Grand Theft Auto Online. Custom variant of the Mule.
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The Penumbra in Grand Theft Auto V.

Penumbra Sports Coupé 2006-2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Grand Theft Auto V exclusive.
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The Penumbra FF in Grand Theft Auto Online.

Penumbra FF Sports Coupé 1995-1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse Added in the Los Santos Summer Special update for Grand Theft Auto Online.
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The Sanchez in Grand Theft Auto V.

Sanchez Dirt bike Yamaha YZ450F Dubbed Sanchez 2 in Southern San Andreas Super Autos website (GTA V)
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The Sanchez (livery) in Grand Theft Auto V.

Sanchez (livery) Dirt bike Based on the Sanchez.
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The Vincent in Grand Theft Auto IV.

Vincent Mid-size sedan 1996-2006 Mitsubishi Galant Grand Theft Auto IV exclusive.

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Trivia

  • The "Maibatsu Corporation" is likely a nod to the Zaibatsu Corporation, a massive corporation that plays a large role in Grand Theft Auto 2.
  • The Maibatsu Monstrosity ad seen in the European GTA III handbooks is clearly a Ford F-250 body on a monster truck chassis, with almost no alterations to make it differ otherwise.
  • The Maibatsu Plaza statue appears to have taken inspiration from Lee Lawrie's Atlas statue at the Rockefeller Center in New York City.

References

  1. ↑
    “
    You seen that new Maibatsu? Man, that car is hot!
    ”
    — The Hoods in Manhunt.
  2. ↑
    “
    Yeah, I got me a new Maibatsu Monstrosity. Leather interior, all the extras.
    ”
    — The Hoods in Manhunt.
  3. ↑
    Maibatsu-GTAVe-SolarPanels
  4. ↑
    Maibatsu-GTAO-EcstasyPills
  5. ↑ BAWSAQ

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