Overview
The Tula is a Grand Theft Auto plane modelled on the Grumman HU-16 Albatross. Rockstar has not shown or named the Tula for GTA 6, so everything below is drawn from its real-world basis and its history across the series — not from confirmed GTA 6 detail.
History in the GTA Series
The Tula debuted in GTA Online's Smuggler's Run update and was appreciated for its unique capabilities — VTOL-like JATO assists, water landing, bombing capability, and passenger seating made it one of the most versatile aircraft in the game. Its Cold War aesthetic appealed to military aviation enthusiasts.
Introduced during GTA Online's Smuggler's Run DLC, the Tula immediately carved out a unique niche that no other vehicle could fill. While other aircraft needed runways or helipads, the Tula could operate from any body of water — a capability that opened up entirely new tactical possibilities for organized crews. Its bombing capability, though modest compared to dedicated bombers, added unexpected depth to aerial missions. The vehicle became a favorite among solo players who valued self-sufficiency, as the Tula could access almost any location on the map without requiring ground vehicle backup for the final approach.
What We Actually Know About It in GTA 6
Rockstar has not shown or named the Tula for GTA 6. It is a GTA Online-era addition (first seen in GTA Online), so it has no deep cross-game history to lean on; its return is plausible but unconfirmed. No official source gives a top speed, acceleration, handling rating, price, spawn location or customization list for the Tula in GTA 6 — the in-game economy and traffic spawns have not been shown at that level of detail. As a plane you can reasonably expect fixed-wing flight behaviour we can only guess at until launch; past GTA games let you find vehicles like this in traffic, buy them from in-game websites, or earn them through missions, and we expect something similar. Once the game is out we will replace this with verified detail — until then, any exact mph figure, dollar price, street location or upgrade menu quoted for it is invented.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Tula confirmed for GTA 6?
No. Rockstar has not shown or named the Tula for GTA 6. It has appeared in the GTA series before, so something like it is plausible, but nothing about its GTA 6 form is official yet.
What is the Tula based on in real life?
It is modelled on the Grumman HU-16 Albatross.
How fast is the Tula in GTA 6, and what does it cost?
Unknown. Rockstar has not released any GTA 6 vehicle stats or prices. Any figure quoted for it right now is a guess.
Last updated May 31, 2026. For the full searchable database, visit our Vehicles Wiki.