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The 15 Best Planes To Buy In GTA Online

GTA Online allows you to purchase all manner of vehicles, and here's a look at the best planes you can buy to travel through the air with ease.

There's no better time to take to the skies of Los Santos with the vast array of planes available to buy from Elitas Travel and the Warstock Cache and Carry. For some GTA fans, it's a way to coast through online missions by wreaking havoc on AI enemies.

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For others, it's a chance to play a more relaxing session from the sometimes hectic online lobbies in GTA Online. Whether it's gliding at 8,000 feet through the calm skies or turning the game into a flight simulator as you land at Los Santos International in first-person — Rockstar Games has it covered.

Updated on July 17, 2023: While we wait for the official announcement of Grand Theft Auto 6, we are going over our oldest articles of GTA V and GTA Online. On this opportunity, we updated our picks for the best planes you can buy and fly in your online city.

15 B-11 Strikeforce

The B-11 Strikeforce appeared in GTA Online as a part of the 1.44 After Hours update. The plane ended up wowing gamers due to its competent speed and powerful weapons.

Of course, one of the best planes in GTA 5 was bound to cost a pretty penny. So, it's really no surprise that the B-11 Strikeforce costs a whopping $3,800,000.

14 Western Company Rogue

One of the fastest and best planes in GTA 5, the Western Company Rogue is a plane that most players would kill to have... quite literally! Its ridiculous top speed of 219.50 mph is easily the plane's biggest draw.

While the Western Company Rogue is nowhere near as pricey as the previous plane mentioned on this list, it can still burn a sizeable hole in your wallet. However, there's a way to get the plane at a discounted rate — you need to complete the 6 Air Freight Cargo Missions in order to reduce the price of this plane from $1,596,000 to $1,200,000.

13 JoBuilt P-996 LAZER

The costliest plane in the is obviously going to serve as one of the best aircraft. The JoBuilt P-996 LAZER certainly fits the bill in this regard, with the act of flying this aircraft being quite rewarding indeed.

Of course, coughing up the $6,500,000 required to get this plane can be quite a hassle. However, if you manage to procure this cash, you will find yourself flying one of GTA 5's best planes.

12 Western Company Mallard

After seeing all the planes that cost millions upon millions of dollars, it's genuinely refreshing to see the Western Company Mallard on this list. The fact that the GTA fanbase rates this plane so highly is a testament to the economic nature of this plane.

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You need a measly $250,000 to get this plane, and this will definitely be money well spent. In fact, Western Company does make some of the most underrated planes in the game, such as the next entry.

11 Western Company Seabreeze

The Western Company Seabreeze is easily one of the weirdest planes on this list. However, the look of this plane becomes secondary once you realize that the Seabreeze's control, speed, and price more than mitigate this slight compromise.

In fact, there's a way to get the price of the Seabreeze below a million as well... although it might be somewhat grindy. To unlock this discount, you need to complete a whopping total of 36 Air Freight Cargo Missions.

10 Buckingham Pyro

The Pyro is one of the fastest planes, but there's something extra special about this one. If you've played GTA Online, it's likely you've been going about your business when an oppressor has throttled up its jet engine and flown over to you like a falcon identifying its prey. But the Pyro offers a perfect solution against the threat of an oppressor.

Using the rudders will ensure incoming missiles explode before contact; simply activate the rudders and watch on as a barrage of missiles misses the target, turning the oppressor griefer into an anecdote.

9 Nagasaki Ultralight

There's nothing quite like the Ultralight. Of course, the glider isn't going to be of much use in a fight, but GTA is a sandbox with many ways in which you can interpret the game.

Sometimes a chilled session is needed away from the money grind, and coasting around the map in a glider while taking in the sights of Los Santos is one of the best ways to play. If you ascend high enough, the glider is capable of getting from one end to another (north to south) without the engine active.

8 Buckingham Miljet

Seating 14 passengers in the cabin, the Miljet is the best way to turn your GTA online experience into a game of Flight Simulator as you take to the skies at an altitude of 8,000 feet. The cockpit of the Miljet gives a realistic feel with eye-catching views of the city at night, making the plane a rewarding aircraft to use for GTA fans.

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You may not like to mention it, but you'll likely have cruised around downtown Los Santos and stopped at the red lights like a commendable, law-abiding citizen. If you're that type of player, by flying the Miljet you can enjoy perfecting landings in the first-person camera while topping up plenty of flight hours. You will do this as captain on the Los Santos International Airport (LSIA) to Sandy Shores Airfield (SSA) route.

7 Mammoth Hydra

The Hydra's hovering ability and powerful gun on the front make it a favorite amongst those looking to fight above the clouds of Los Santos. But, beware: you should find a new lobby if a griefer has glitched one of these military jets into god-mode - the only way they can be killed is by shooting the pilot through the window. Glitching into god-mode isn't advised with Rockstar actively resetting the accounts of cheaters in GTA Online.

With spawn points around the map, the Hydra can be used to get through heist set-ups quickly — and time is money. Otherwise, have fun carrying your friend's car up into the skies and watch them inevitably fall off.

6 V-65 Molotok

The plane of choice for GTA Online's own version of the Red Arrows. The Molotok's all-around balance of speed, braking, and maneuverability make it one of the best for a display of air-showmanship.

The Molotok comes in at around $3.6 million if you have unlocked the trade price, but acquiring a Red Sparrow standard version will mean purchasing the extra upgrades at the aircraft hangar, which can quickly knock up the price.

While this beast will take up most of the space of an aircraft hangar, sometimes you might want to have the biggest and best of everything. The Volatol is based on the Avro Vulcan bomber plane, which means it can quietly navigate through the clouds with two turret operators on board.

While it's not the best plane to recommend in a PvP situation, the Volatol is one of the most fun planes to fly around in. Be sure to try it out in one of the GTA air races before locking in the $3,724,000 non-trade price.

4 Mammoth Avenger

The hybrid plane and helicopter. As one of the most durable and customizable purchases in the game, the Avenger can be equipped with both a weapon and vehicle workshop, which can save so much time traveling back and forth from your facility.

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You should wait for a special offer from Rockstar Games with a fully upgraded version of the Avenger costing around $6m.

3 Mammoth Dodo

It's not always about the glamour. Okay, for some players it is, but the Dodo is a legend of Rockstar's GTA series. The two-seater aircraft can be seen as far back as GTA 3 in Liberty City , which was launched in 2001. This means that at just 500k, you can buy a piece of GTA history.

You shouldn't expect to be winning an air race anytime soon, but the Dodo is a fun plane to cruise around in. Like with the Seabreeze, you can land in water without any problems.

2 LF-22 Starling

One for the fighter pilots. The LF-22 Starling handles exquisitely in the air and is backed up by double machine guns and a default rocket boost lasting for 20 seconds, which can be the difference in a fight for position in the skies.

The default version can be acquired for a trade price of $2.75m, but it's worth getting the upgrades that will extend the boost by an extra five seconds and equip vital homing missiles to be used in combat.

1 Western Company Besra

At an affordable price of $1,150,000, you can purchase the fastest-accelerating plane in the game. The Besra is based on a military training plane, making it easy to maneuver and a go-to for when GTA randomly sends a flying under bridges challenge into the online lobby.

Once you feel you've mastered the aerobic capability of the Besra, flick it into the first-person camera and test yourself flying low around the city.

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The Best Helicopters To Buy In GTA Online

Flying around Los Santos doesn't have to be done with a jet or plane.

By Joey Carr on May 2, 2022 at 12:41PM PDT

As any long-time GTA player knows, there are a few different ways to get from one place to the other. From fighter jets to luxury passenger planes, the options are by no means limited in GTA Online . However, one often overlooked option is the helicopter. This vehicle has been expanded upon greatly since GTA Online launched, with Rockstar Games giving players a plethora of options to purchase.

These options are varied as well. Players have the choice of going with a fast helicopter or one that can challenge a fighter jet's weapons in the sky, among other options. With so many choices available to players, it's understandable why some GTA Online users have trouble deciding which helicopter to buy.

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Below, we'll go over how players can go about buying their first or fifth helicopter as well as listing some of the best ones to purchase in GTA Online.

Buying a helicopter

Before players can ponder which helicopter they're going to be flying around Los Santos in, they need to learn how to actually purchase one. This process is the same as buying other vehicles in GTA Online; the only difference is which websites players visit.

To start, players can open up their mobile device and go to the Eyefind browser. From here, a list of websites will appear. To buy a helicopter, players want to click on either Warstock Carry and Cache or Elitás Travel. These are the two websites that carry helicopters in GTA Online.

As their names suggest, these two sites carry different kinds of helicopters. Elitás Travel offers expensive helicopters that are mainly used for getting from one place to the other in the most luxurious style possible. The helicopters available on this site range in size and speed, though most of the choppers available will be fairly fast to begin with. If players want to buy a helicopter from Elitás Travel, they'll need a sizeable amount of cash.

Comparatively, the helicopters on Warstock Carry and Cache are primarily focused on arming players with weapons and armor. Most helicopters on this site are weaponized in some way, giving players the option to open fire in the skies. Some choppers will also be equipped with armor so players can be protected from homing missiles or other forms of weaponry.

Players can visit the site they feel best suits their needs for a helicopter. However, before going to purchase one, it's important that players remember they will need a personal aircraft hangar or something comparable to store their chopper. If they don't have one, then they won't be able to complete the purchase.

Best helicopters to buy

Now that players know how to go about buying a helicopter, they can get into which one to spend their hard-earned money on. There are dozens of options in GTA Online and it's hard for players to truly go wrong depending on their needs. Although, as with any other vehicle in GTA, there are certainly choppers that stand above the rest.

Arguably the most-used helicopter currently in GTA Online is the Sparrow. This chopper comes with homing missiles as its only weapon and some minor armor. Players can purchase the Sparrow from Warstock Carry and Cache but it's paired with the Kostaka Submarine. It costs $1.8 million, not including the price of the submarine. While this is certainly not the fastest or most decked-out helicopter, it's arguably the most useful in GTA Online.

Players who are looking to take advantage of the money-making method involving the Cayo Perico Heist can utilize the Sparrow to great effect. Having the Sparrow allows players to make the most out of this money-making method, which is why it lands on this list.

The next chopper on this list is a must-own for any GTA Online player. The Akula is a weaponized helicopter that comes pre-equipped with heavy armor and weapons. It also possesses a feature unavailable on any other helicopter in the game. If players press the right keybind, they'll activate the stealth mode. This turns the helicopter invisible on the radar, making players undetectable. The chopper's weapons aren't usable in stealth mode, however.

While the Akula is a terrific helicopter, it does come with a huge price tag of $3.7 million. Players might want to save up for the Akula if they want a fully-stealth vehicle in GTA Online.

The Volatus is one of the sleekest and most luxurious helicopters in GTA Online. While players won't be able to take it into a firefight, that's not what it was designed. The Volatus was designed to be shown off in the skies and a centerpiece of any player's aircraft hangar. It was also designed to be the fastest helicopter in GTA Online, which is a boon for any player looking to get across Los Santos quickly. It has a top speed of 161 mph, which blows most other helicopters out of the water.

Of course, such a luxury vehicle will cost players. This chopper's price tag sits at roughly $3 million, which isn't a horrible price considering what players are getting in return.

Last on the list is the Buzzard, which has been one of the most popular helicopters in GTA Online for some time. The main reason for this is the Buzzard's price, which sits at $1.7 million. However, this helicopter also has some useful attributes, such as its homing missiles and extra space onboard for any passengers. The Buzzard is also able to be spawned in directly from the CEO menu, which means players can board it much quicker than other choppers in GTA Online.

For players looking at a budget helicopter that can still be useful in a variety of situations, the Buzzard is among the top choices.

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Elitastravel.com is a vendor of luxury private jets and helicopters in San Andreas. Their vehicles are intended for transport and leisure purposes only and are not armed. Visit their website via your phone’s web browser to order your own private aircraft today.

Upon making a purchase you’ll be able to organize delivery via the Pegasus concierge service in your phone’s Contacts list.

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GTA Online: The Best Vehicle Of Every Class

GTA Online offers players a wide variety of vehicles they can explore San Andreas in. These are the best of every kind.

Grand Theft Auto Online brings all the nefarious wonders of the base game into a fun multiplayer experience . Whether going in solo or alongside friends, players can spend literal weeks planning heists, completing jobs, and, most notably, expanding their vast selection of vehicles.

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Grand Theft Auto Online provides players with 699 vehicles - and counting - to choose from. These vehicles are different in many ways, although, the most distinct feature is the class they fall into. There are twenty-two classes, one vehicle reigns above all others in its category.

Updated December 23, 2021 by Christopher Anaya: With every update, GTA Online receives numerous revisions, fixes, and additions to maintain its appeal. Of these changes, the most anticipated are the inclusions of new, remarkably different vehicles. Such add-ons inspire momentous alterations to GTA Online's vehicle hierarchy. The latest GTA Online update - The Contract - introduced a unique subset of vehicles utilizing Imani Tech - James Bond-esque modifications.

This advanced technology provides upgrades including Machine Guns, Slick Mines, Missile Lock-On Jammers, and Remote Control Units. Thus, making Imani Tech vehicles a distinct and alluring means of transportation. So, to adapt to GTA Online's everchanging meta, this list has undergone numerous revisions.

23 Boats: RUNE Kosatka

• Standard Price: $2,200,000 - $9,085,000
• Trade Price: None
• Locations: Warstock Cache & Carry
• Acceleration: 31
• Handling: 60

“ So, it begins! The funds are transferred, the paperwork is complete, and you are the kapitan now!

I am Helmsman Pavel, reporting for duty! Did someone mention sub comes with top-level operative for covert actions? Well, that's me. Come aboard and I will give you the tour, and we will talk about what Mini Madrazo has in store for us. This will be fun. ” - Pavel

The RUNE Kosatka is the best vehicle in the Boats class. This gargantuan submarine provides the features of a typical boat, although with devastating potential.

To acquire the RUNE Kosatka, players must meet Miguel Midrazo at The Music Locker to discuss a job opportunity. Upon doing so, players can purchase the RUNE Kosatka from Warstock Cache & Carry for a price anywhere between $2,200,000 to $9,085,000 , depending on customization options. While it costs a considerable sum, the RUNE Kosatka allows players to do The Cayo Perico Heist or simply wreak havoc across Los Santos.

22 Commercial: JoBuilt Hauler Custom

• Standard Price: $1,400,000
• Acceleration: 80
• Braking: 28
• Handling: 59

“ Like a cinder block to the jaw or an impending meteor strike, the blank stare of the Hauler Custom speaks the universal language of pitiless strength. ” - Warstock Cache & Carry

The JoBuilt Hauler Custom is the best vehicle in the Commercial class. This stocky truck is not only among the fastest of its class but one of the most durable as well.

To acquire the JoBuilt Hauler Custom, players must first own the Mobile Operation Center and purchase it from Warstock Cache & Carry for a considerable price of $1,400,000 . Overall, the JoBuilt Hauler Custom is a more than reasonable purchase for those looking to own a formidable and near-indomitable truck.

21 Compacts: Grotti Brioso R/A

• Standard Price: $155,000
• Locations: Southern S.A. Super Autos
• Acceleration: 73
• Braking: 20
• Handling: 70

“ You favor light, compact versatile car design. You believe a hot hatch can be just as macho as a lumbering supercar. You describe yourself as having a 'big personality.' You know who you are. Just buy the damn car and get it over with. ” - Southern S.A. Super Autos

The Grotti Brioso R/A is the best vehicle in the Compacts class. This stumpy car is one of the most nimble and maneuverable members of its class.

To acquire the Grotti Brioso R/A, players must purchase it from Southern San Andreas Super Autos for a reasonable price of $155,000 . Overall, the Grotti Brioso R/A is a must-buy for those wishing to own one of the most agile vehicles in the game.

20 Coupes: Dewbauchee Exemplar

• Standard Price: $205,000
• Locations: Legendary Motorsport
• Acceleration: 65
• Braking: 30
• Handling: 79

“ The British are well known for their superior auto manufacturing prowess. The company has provided cars for counts, Grand Prix, and doughy dignitaries across the UK. ” - Legendary Motorsport

The Dewbauchee Exemplar is the best vehicle in the Coupes class. This well-balanced car is widely considered to be an indomitable racing machine of its class.

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To acquire the Dewbauchee Exemplar, players must either steal it or purchase it from Legendary Motorsport for a reasonable price of $205,000 . Overall, the Dewbauchee Exemplar is an exceptionally effective and well-rounded vehicle perfect for anyone.

19 Cycle: Scorcher

• Standard Price: $2,000
• Locations: Pedal And Metal Cycles
• Acceleration: 21
• Braking: 47
• Handling: 31

“ San Andreas is full of some epic places to take this off-road beast. Comes with a mud flap so your back doesn't look like you've had a train run on you by lumberjacks. High torque cranks sound really impressive if you know what it means, and also ensure it's nimble on a trail but also stable high speed when you are on the cusp of losing control and flying over the handlebars. ” - Pedal And Metal Cycles

The Scorcher is the best vehicle in the Cycles class. This simple yet versatile bike is by far the most effective member of its class.

To acquire the Scorcher, players must either steal it or purchase it from Pedal And Metal Cycles for a low price of $2,000 . Overall, the Scorcher is a perfect balance of speed and maneuverability for those not looking to buy a race bike .

18 Emergency: Declasse Lifeguard Granger

• Standard Price: $865,000
• Acceleration: 50
• Braking: 27
• Handling: 62

“ Look the part of the beach with the rugged, dune-conquering Lifeguard from Declasse. It may not have the best acceleration, but who cares when it comes with a decorative surfboard to better establish your beach cool? And thanks to the tinted windows, you can look authoritative without having to show off that flabby beach bod. ” - Warstock Cache & Carry

The Declasse Lifeguard Granger is the best vehicle in the Emergency class. This beach-centric SUV is the most reliable vehicle of its restrictive class.

To acquire the Declasse Lifeguard Granger, players must either steal it or purchase it from Warstock Cache & Carry for a considerable price of $865,000 . Overall, the Declasse Lifeguard Granger is an exceptional choice from the limited number of vehicles available to players from its class.

17 Helicopters: Sea Sparrow

• Standard Price: $1,815,000
• Locations: Elitás Travel
• Acceleration: 95
• Handling: 94

“ One day, and it's always sooner than you think, you're going to find yourself in a position where you need to stage an amphibious landing in a fragile miniature helicopter capable of firing off dozens of rounds a second. And you're going to look back at this moment, right now, and be very glad you made the right choice. ” - Elitás Travel

The Sea Sparrow is the best vehicle in the Helicopters class. This air and seafaring helicopter is by far the most flexible vehicle of its class.

To acquire the Sea Sparrow, players must purchase it from Elitás Travel for a considerable price of $1,815,000 . Overall, the Sea Sparrow is an outstanding choice for those looking to traverse both the skies and the seas .

16 Industrial: Vapid Guardian

• Standard Price: $375,000
• Acceleration: 53
• Handling: 61

“ Medium-duty commercial truck for heavy-duty consumers. Finally, it's a pick-up to go with your two-gallon sodas and twenty-piece buckets for once. And the ultra-powerful engine can haul you out of your bedroom when you weigh in at three tonnes. ” - Southern S.A. Super Autos

The Vapid Guardian is the best vehicle in the Industrial class. This heavy-duty truck is the fastest and most maneuverable vehicle of its class.

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To acquire the Vapid Guardian, players must purchase it from Southern S.A. Super Autos for a reasonable price of $375,000 . Overall, the Vapid Guardian is more than acceptable for one searching for a formidable yet swift method of transportation.

15 Military: Mammoth Thruster

• Standard Price: $3,657,500
• Trade Price: $2,750,000
• Acceleration: 100
• Handling: 100

“ Since the dawn of time mankind has looked to the skies and longed for a way to hover there, totally exposed, deafened by an unstable mixture of jet fuel and naked flame, idly strafing the rush hour traffic. Well, now that dream has thrust its way, crotch first, into reality. So what are you waiting for? ” - Warstock Cache & Carry

The Mammoth Thruster is the best vehicle in the Military class. This light jetpack is the most versatile, quick, and undeniably lethal vehicle in its class.

To acquire the Mammoth Thruster, players must purchase it from Warstock Cache & Carry for the hefty price of $3,657,500 or $2,750,000 upon completing The Doomsday Scenario as the heist leader. Overall, the Mammoth Thruster is one of the deadliest additions one could add to their arsenal of military weapons.

14 Motorcycles: Pegassi Oppressor Mk II

• Standard Price: $3,890,250
• Trade Price: $2,925,000
• Braking: 40
• Handling: 64

“ The Oppressor Mk I was a landmark in hybrid vehicle design. Well, the Mk II takes off where its little brother landed - and it never comes down. This is about the closest you can get to throwing a saddle on a rocket engine, bolting on some optional heavy artillery, and pressing the big red button. ” - Warstock Cache & Carry

The Pegassi Oppressor Mk II is the best vehicle in the Motorcycles class. Unlike other motorcycles, the Pegassi Oppressor Mk II utilizes a jet engine to propel it across both land and sky.

To acquire the Pegassi Oppressor Mk II, players must own a Nightclub and purchase the Terrorbyte for $1,375,000. Once these requirements are met, players can buy it from Warstock Cache & Carry for $3,890,250 - or $2,925,000 upon completing five Client Jobs . The versatility and lethality of the Pegassi Oppressor Mk II elevate its position far beyond other vehicles of its class.

13 Muscle: Bravado Buffalo STX

• Standard Price: $2,150,000
• Trade Price: $1,612,500
• Acceleration: 86
• Braking: 32
• Handling: 78

“ Forget whatever you think you know about keeping it in the family. Sure, the Buffalo and the Gauntlet were closely related. But in the grand old state of San Andreas, if two first cousins want to get to know each other better over a cup of engine oil that's none of the government's business, especially if the children are this good-looking. ” - Southern S.A. Super Autos

The Bravado Buffalo STX is the best vehicle in the Muscle class. Its overall handling and access to Imani Tech make it a capable and formidable machine.

To acquire the Bravado Buffalo STX, players must buy it from Southern S.A. Super Autos for a price of $2,150,000 - or $1,612,500 upon purchasing an Agency . Access to Imani Tech allows the Bravado Buffalo STX to perform advanced, beneficial functions. Overall, the Bravado Buffalo STX is an impressive muscle car that only improves with Imani Tech upgrades.

12 Off-Road: BF Ramp Buggy

• Standard Price: $3,192,000
• Trade Price: $2,400,000
• Braking: 33
• Handling: 86

“ Ever looked at a city-center traffic jam and seen nothing but a long, glorious opportunity? It doesn't have to be a dream: with BF's Ramp Buggy, yesterday's gridlock becomes today's meteor shower in your rearview mirror. ” - Warstock Cache & Carry

The BF Ramp Buggy is the best vehicle in the Off-Road class. This car catapulting dune buggy is a more than capable off-roading machine with comedic offensive abilities.

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To acquire the BF Ramp Buggy, players must own a Vehicle Warehouse then purchase it from Warstock Cache & Carry for a hefty price of $3,192,000 or $2,400,000 through SecuroServ . Overall, the BF Ramp Buggy is an effective means of off-road travel for those looking to also run cars off the road as well.

11 Open Wheel: Benefactor BR8

• Standard Price: $3,400,000
• Braking: 43

“ The original race version of the BR8 was a complicated machine. Constructed from over four hundred separate controls, it required inhuman dexterity and a Ph.D. in astrophysics just to start the engine. Benefactor has simplified this into a handful of brightly colored buttons and a colossal insurance premium. Killing yourself has never been so user-friendly. ” - Legendary Motorsport

The Benefactor BR8 is the best vehicle in the Open Wheel class. This formula race car already possesses phenomenal speed, but its KERS allows it to go well beyond its limits.

To acquire the Benefactor BR8, players must purchase it from Legendary Motorsport for the hefty price of $3,400,000 . Overall, the Benefactor BR8 is the perfect racing vehicle for those wishing to reach speeds far greater than any other.

10 Planes: Western Company Besra

• Standard Price: $1,150,000
• Braking: 100
• Handling: 39

“ High-performance jet trainer aircraft. You'll be looping the loop, buzzing the tower, and dropping the big one before you can say 'American Imperialism.' Pack a parachute and clean underwear. ” - Elitás Travel

The Western Company Besra is the best vehicle in the Planes class. The Western Company Besra may be second in speed to the infamous LAZER jet, but it excels in every other aspect.

To acquire the Western Company Besra, players must purchase it from Elitás Travel for a considerable price of $1,150,000 . Overall, the Western Company Besra is a well-balanced jet that offers far more than its price leads one to believe, making it a must-buy vehicle.

9 Remote Control: RC Bandito

• Standard Price: $1,590,000
• Acceleration: 35
• Braking: 25
• Handling: 90

“ All the danger, none of the risk: this little devil is fully weaponized, and what's more, when you inevitably drive over the proximity mine you just laid the only thing that'll be reduced to ashes is your pride. If you want the indescribable pleasure of seeing your enemies flee in hysterical panic from a whiny toy car, this is the only game in town. ” - Southern S.A. Super Autos

The RC Bandito is the best vehicle in the Remote Control class, albeit there is not much competition. This fun-sized toy car boasts a variety of functions capable of devastating other vehicles.

To acquire the RC Bandito, players must buy it from Southern S.A. Super Autos for a price of $1,590,000 . Also, it must be stored in an Arena Workshop . While it seems silly or ineffective, the RC Bandito holds the potential to destroy considerably powerful vehicles. Thus, making it a whimsical yet imposing toy car, well worth the price.

8 Sedans: Lampadati Cinquemila

• Standard Price: $1,740,000
• Acceleration: 88
• Handling: 80

“ A fierce luxury sedan, the slick Cinquemila has more torques than its drivers have connections with Liberty City mobs. (That's a lot of torques). ” - Legendary Motorsport

The Lampadati Cinquemila is the best vehicle in the Sedans class. This subtle yet high-class car boasts amazing speed and handling far better than others.

To acquire the Lampadati Cinquemila, players must buy it from Legendary Motorsport for a price of $1,740,000 . The performance of this vehicle is well worth the considerable price presented. Overall, the Lamapadati Cinquemila is a respectable vehicle that can keep up with many Supercars.

7 Service: MTL Dune

• Standard Price: $1,300,000 - $1,385,000
• Acceleration: 83

“ It's probably never occurred to you to enter an offroad marathon in 20,000 pounds of turbo-charged box truck. But now you know everything you need to, it's clearly a fantastic idea. Trust your instincts. ” - Southern S.A. Super Autos

The MTL Dune is the best vehicle in the Service class. This bulky and heavy-duty vehicle is capable of overcoming the most treacherous of hills with little effort.

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To acquire the MTL Dune, players must purchase it from Southern S.A. Super Autos for the reasonable price of $1,300,000 or $1,385,000 for the Fukaru Rally Livery . Overall, the MTL Dune is a powerful vehicle perfect for those looking to easily trek across any surface.

6 Sports Classics: Imponte Deluxo

• Standard Price: $4,721,500
• Trade Price: $3,550,000
• Acceleration: 57
• Braking: 23

“ The future is here, and it has gull-wing doors. Never again must you choose between the drama of the open road and the majesty of flight. Never again will you feel that lurch of panic as you accidentally drive over a cliff. At the click of a button, you will soar over trees, mountains, sharks, the slack-jawed competition, and anything else you choose." - Warstock Cache & Carry

The Imponte Deluxo is the best vehicle in the Sports Classics class. This car is far different than the typical automobile as it can fly, eliminating the need for roads.

To acquire the Imponte Deluxo, players must buy it from Warstock Cache & Carry for a price of $4,721,500 - or $3,550,000 upon completing the Signal Intercepts mission as the heist leader. The Imponte Deluxo is excellent for traversing Los Santos or wreaking havoc upon others.

5 Sports: Grotti Itali RSX

• Standard Price: $3,465,000
• Trade Price: $2,598,750
• Braking: 45

“ Warning: NSFW. There's a sexy single car in your area looking for a ride. Interested? Just open a private tab and check out these candid pics of the RSX's sultry bodywork, hourglass waist, soft front, and silken A-line. But before you take it to the next level and see what's under the hood, turn off your webcam and mute your mic. The conference call you're ignoring is about to see your o-face. ” - Legendary Motorsport

The Grotti Itali RSX is the best vehicle in the Sports class. This sleek and aerodynamic vehicle can outperform nearly every car in its class, even some top Supers .

To acquire the Grotti Itali RSX, players must purchase it from Legendary Motorsport for a significant price of $3,465,000 or $2,598,750 upon taking Moodymann to The Music Locker as a VIP , CEO , or MC President . Overall, the Grotti Itali RSX is an excellent vehicle not only in the Sport class but in general.

4 Super: Pegassi Tezeract

• Standard Price: $2,825,000
• Acceleration: 92

“ Ladies and gentlemen, we have crossed the frontier. The motorcar has evolved. The first member of a new and alien species has arrived, and it does not come in peace. The Tezeract's only purpose is to wage a silent war of annihilation on anything else that dares to call itself a means of transport. As of now, there's a right side of history. Choose wisely. ” - Legendary Motorsport

The Pegasi Tezeract is the best vehicle in the Super class. This lavish car possesses impressive stats all-around, but it holds the potential to exceed all other vehicles in terms of speed.

To acquire the Pegassi Tezeract, players must purchase it from Legendary Motorsport for a hefty price of $2,825,000 . Overall, the Pegassi Tezeract's ability to reach the fastest speeds makes this car a must-buy for any player.

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The Best & Fastest Helicopters in GTA Online & GTA 5 (2024): Ranked by Class

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On this page you find the full list of the best Helicopters in GTA Online and GTA 5, ranked by their Overall Performance when raced around a lap .

The performance of all the vehicles in the Helicopters class has been accurately tested by Broughy1322 , a famous car tester and skilled driver who raced each vehicle around the same circuit and recorded their best lap times. For all the details, read his full explanation of how the Lap Times are tested .

Originally this page ranked the best Helicopters in GTA 5 by the average of their statistics shown in-game (Speed, Acceleration, Braking, Handling) but unfortunately, the in-game stats bars have proven to be inaccurate, so we changed the ranking to use these more reliable and tested lap times.

So, what are the best Helicopters in GTA 5 Online in 2024? Which GTA 5 Helicopters vehicles are the fastest? This ranking is updated to April 2024, featuring all the top performing Helicopters for PS5, PS4, Xbox and PC, along with their Purchase Price and Top Speed.

Clicking on each vehicle brings you to their detailed information, to see all their specifications, features, and to find out everything there is to know about their performance. We also added a note for the vehicles that cannot be used in standard  Races .

GTA 5 & GTA Online: Best Helicopters List - Ranked by Lap Times

1. buckingham conada.

Lap Time: 0:51.961

The Conada is the best vehicle in the Helicopters class in GTA 5 & GTA Online by overall performance.

The tested top speed of the Conada is 158.75 mph (255.48 km/h) . It was added to the game as part of the 1.61 Criminal Enterprises update.

The Conada can be purchased in GTA Online from Elitás Travel for a price of $2,450,000 , and it can be stored in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Buckingham Conada is based on a real life MD Helicopters MD Explorer .

2. Buckingham Weaponized Conada

Lap Time: 0:53.762 - Not Raceable

The second place for the best Helicopters in GTA 5 & GTA Online goes to the Weaponized Conada . However, it cannot be used in standard races.

The tested top speed of the Weaponized Conada is 151.00 mph (243.01 km/h) . It's a weaponized vehicle .

The Weaponized Conada can be purchased in GTA Online from Warstock Cache & Carry for a price of $3,385,000 , and it can be stored in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Buckingham Weaponized Conada is based on a real life MD Helicopters 969 Twin Attack .

Lap Time: 0:54.368 - Not Raceable

The Akula is ranked #3 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online. However, it cannot be used in standard races.

The tested top speed of the Akula is 157.25 mph (253.07 km/h) . It's a weaponized vehicle , and it comes with Stealth Mode , which allows you to go off-radar, so other players won't know your location. It's also armored and with full Armor it requires 3 Homing Missiles to be destroyed.

The Akula can be purchased in GTA Online from Warstock Cache & Carry for a price of $4,500,000 , and it can be stored in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Akula is based on a real life Boeing–Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanch, Kamov Ka-50 "Black Shark" .

4. Buckingham Swift Deluxe

Lap Time: 0:54.484

The Swift Deluxe is ranked #4 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the Swift Deluxe is 157.75 mph (253.87 km/h) . It was added to the game as part of the 1.27 Ill-Gotten Gains Part 1 update.

The Swift Deluxe can be purchased in GTA Online from Elitás Travel for a price of $5,150,000 , and it's stored as a Pegasus Vehicle or in the Galaxy Super Yacht or in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Buckingham Swift Deluxe is based on a real life AgustaWestland AW109, Bell 222 .

5. Buckingham Swift

Lap Time: 0:54.953

The Swift is ranked #5 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the Swift is 156.50 mph (251.86 km/h) . It was added to the game as part of the 1.16 SA Flight School update.

The Swift can be purchased in GTA Online from Elitás Travel for a price of $1,500,000 , and it's stored as a Pegasus Vehicle or in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Buckingham Swift is based on a real life AgustaWestland AW109, Bell 222 .

Lap Time: 0:54.997 - Not Raceable

The Sparrow is ranked #6 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online. However, it cannot be used in standard races.

The tested top speed of the Sparrow is 168.75 mph (271.58 km/h) . It's a weaponized vehicle .

The Sparrow can be purchased in GTA Online from Warstock Cache & Carry for a price of $1,815,000 , and it can be stored in the Kosatka Moon Pool.

The design of the Sparrow is based on a real life Bell Model 47 "Sioux" .

7. Nagasaki Havok

Lap Time: 0:55.234

The Havok is ranked #7 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the Havok is 154.25 mph (248.24 km/h) . It's a weaponized vehicle .

The Havok can be purchased in GTA Online from Bonus Reward, Elitás Travel for a price of $2,300,900 , and it can be stored in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Nagasaki Havok is based on a real life Heli-Sport CH-7 .

8. Buckingham Volatus

Lap Time: 0:55.388

The Volatus is ranked #8 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the Volatus is 161.25 mph (259.51 km/h) . It was added to the game as part of the 1.34 Further Adventures in Finance and Felony update.

The Volatus can be purchased in GTA Online from Elitás Travel for a price of $2,295,000 , and it's stored as a Pegasus Vehicle or in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Buckingham Volatus is based on a real life Airbus Helicopters H160 .

9. Buckingham SuperVolito

Lap Time: 0:55.489

The SuperVolito is ranked #9 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the SuperVolito is 148.75 mph (239.39 km/h) . It was added to the game as part of the 1.31 Executives and Other Criminals update.

The SuperVolito can be purchased in GTA Online from Elitás Travel for a price of $2,113,000 , and it's stored as a Pegasus Vehicle or in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Buckingham SuperVolito is based on a real life Eurocopter EC145 .

10. Buckingham SuperVolito Carbon

The SuperVolito Carbon is ranked #10 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the SuperVolito Carbon is 148.75 mph (239.39 km/h) . It was added to the game as part of the 1.31 Executives and Other Criminals update.

The SuperVolito Carbon can be purchased in GTA Online from Elitás Travel for a price of $3,330,000 , and it's stored as a Pegasus Vehicle or in the Galaxy Super Yacht or in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Buckingham SuperVolito Carbon is based on a real life Eurocopter EC145 .

11. Sea Sparrow

Lap Time: 0:55.535

The Sea Sparrow is ranked #11 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the Sea Sparrow is 153.75 mph (247.44 km/h) . It's a weaponized vehicle .

The Sea Sparrow can be purchased in GTA Online from Elitás Travel for a price of $1,815,000 , and it can be stored in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Sea Sparrow is based on a real life Sikorsky S-300 (formerly Hughes 300 and Schweizer 300), Aérospatiale Alouette II .

12. FH-1 Hunter

Lap Time: 0:55.902

The FH-1 Hunter is ranked #12 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the FH-1 Hunter is 141.50 mph (227.72 km/h) . It's a weaponized vehicle . It's also armored and with full Armor it requires 3 Homing Missiles to be destroyed.

The FH-1 Hunter can be purchased in GTA Online from Warstock Cache & Carry for a price of $4,123,000 , and it can be stored in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the FH-1 Hunter is based on a real life Boeing–Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche, AH-64, RAH-66 Comanche .

13. Maibatsu Frogger

Lap Time: 0:56.757

The Frogger is ranked #13 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the Frogger is 148.50 mph (238.99 km/h) . .

The Frogger can be purchased in GTA Online from Elitás Travel for a price of $1,300,000 , and it's stored as a Pegasus Vehicle or in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Maibatsu Frogger is based on a real life Eurocopter EC135/145 .

14. Nagasaki Buzzard

Lap Time: 0:57.523

The Buzzard is ranked #14 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the Buzzard is 145.00 mph (233.35 km/h) . .

The Buzzard cannot be stored as a personal vehicle in GTA Online.

The design of the Nagasaki Buzzard is based on a real life MD Helicopters MH-6 Little Bird .

15. Nagasaki Buzzard Attack Chopper

The Buzzard Attack Chopper is ranked #15 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the Buzzard Attack Chopper is 145.00 mph (233.35 km/h) . It's a weaponized vehicle .

The Buzzard Attack Chopper can be purchased in GTA Online from Warstock Cache & Carry for a price of $1,750,000 , and it's stored as a Pegasus Vehicle or in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Nagasaki Buzzard Attack Chopper is based on a real life MD Helicopters AH-6 Little Bird .

16. Buckingham Police Maverick

Lap Time: 0:58.325

The Police Maverick is ranked #16 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the Police Maverick is 144.00 mph (231.74 km/h) . .

The Police Maverick cannot be stored as a personal vehicle in GTA Online.

The design of the Buckingham Police Maverick is based on a real life Eurocopter AS350B .

17. Buckingham Maverick

Lap Time: 0:59.058

The Maverick is ranked #17 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the Maverick is 140.25 mph (225.71 km/h) . .

The Maverick can be purchased in GTA Online from Elitás Travel for a price of $780,000 , and it's stored as a Pegasus Vehicle or in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Buckingham Maverick is based on a real life Bell 206L Longranger .

18. Western Company Annihilator Stealth

Lap Time: 1:00.238 - Not Raceable

The Annihilator Stealth is ranked #18 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online. However, it cannot be used in standard races.

The tested top speed of the Annihilator Stealth is 149.00 mph (239.79 km/h) . It's a weaponized vehicle , and it comes with Stealth Mode , which allows you to go off-radar, so other players won't know your location.

The Annihilator Stealth can be purchased in GTA Online from Warstock Cache & Carry for a price of $3,870,000 , and it can be stored in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Western Company Annihilator Stealth is based on a real life Stealth prototype of a Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk .

19. Buckingham Valkyrie

Lap Time: 1:01.796

The Valkyrie is ranked #19 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the Valkyrie is 145.00 mph (233.35 km/h) . It's a weaponized vehicle .

The Valkyrie can be purchased in GTA Online from Warstock Cache & Carry for a price of $3,790,500 , and it's stored as a Pegasus Vehicle or in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Buckingham Valkyrie is based on a real life Bell UH-1Y Venom/UH-1 Iroquois Huey/212/412, Fenestron .

Lap Time: 1:04.497

The Savage is ranked #20 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the Savage is 144.50 mph (232.55 km/h) . It's a weaponized vehicle . It's also armored and with full Armor it requires 2 Homing Missiles to be destroyed.

The Savage can be purchased in GTA Online from Warstock Cache & Carry for a price of $2,593,500 , and it's stored as a Pegasus Vehicle or in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Savage is based on a real life Mil Mi-24 Hind, Model D .

21. Western Company Annihilator

Lap Time: 1:07.902

The Annihilator is ranked #21 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the Annihilator is 115.25 mph (185.48 km/h) . It's a weaponized vehicle .

The Annihilator can be purchased in GTA Online from Elitás Travel for a price of $1,825,000 , and it's stored as a Pegasus Vehicle or in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Western Company Annihilator is based on a real life Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk .

22. HVY Skylift

Lap Time: 1:09.736 - Not Raceable

The Skylift is ranked #22 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online. However, it cannot be used in standard races.

The tested top speed of the Skylift is 115.00 mph (185.07 km/h) . .

The Skylift cannot be stored as a personal vehicle in GTA Online.

The design of the HVY Skylift is based on a real life Sikorsky S-64 Skycrane .

23. Western Company Cargobob

Lap Time: 1:14.640

The Cargobob is ranked #23 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online.

The tested top speed of the Cargobob is 99.50 mph (160.13 km/h) . . It's also armored and with full Armor it requires 3 Homing Missiles to be destroyed.

The Cargobob can be purchased in GTA Online from Warstock Cache & Carry for a price of $1,790,000 , and it's stored as a Pegasus Vehicle or in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Western Company Cargobob is based on a real life Boeing Vertol CH-46 Sea Knight .

24. Western Company Cargobob Jetsam

Lap Time: 1:14.640 - Not Raceable

The Cargobob Jetsam is ranked #24 in the list of best Helicopters in GTA 5 & Online. However, it cannot be used in standard races.

The tested top speed of the Cargobob Jetsam is 99.50 mph (160.13 km/h) . . It's also armored and with full Armor it requires 3 Homing Missiles to be destroyed.

The Cargobob Jetsam can be purchased in GTA Online from Warstock Cache & Carry for a price of $1,995,000 , and it's stored as a Pegasus Vehicle or in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft).

The design of the Western Company Cargobob Jetsam is based on a real life Boeing CH-46 Sea Knight .

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The trains and stations of the Moscow Metro

2 Comments · Posted by Alex Smirnov in Cities , Travel , Video

The Moscow Metro is the third most intensive subway system in the world after Tokyo and Seoul subways. The first line was opened on May 15, 1935. Since 1955, the metro has the name of V.I. Lenin.

The system consists of 12 lines with a total length of 305.7 km. Forty four stations are recognized cultural heritage. The largest passenger traffic is in rush hours from 8:00 to 9:00 and from 18:00 to 19:00.

Cellular communication is available on most of the stations of the Moscow Metro. In March 2012, a free Wi-Fi appeared in the Circle Line train. The Moscow Metro is open to passengers from 5:20 to 01:00. The average interval between trains is 2.5 minutes.

The fare is paid by using contactless tickets and contactless smart cards, the passes to the stations are controlled by automatic turnstiles. Ticket offices and ticket vending machines can be found in station vestibules.

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Tomás · August 27, 2012 at 11:34 pm

The Moscow metro stations are the best That I know, cars do not.

Alberto Calvo · September 25, 2016 at 8:57 pm

Great videos! Moscow Metro is just spectacular. I actually visited Moscow myself quite recently and wrote a post about my top 7 stations, please check it out and let me know what you think! :)

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The Moscow Metro Museum of Art: 10 Must-See Stations

There are few times one can claim having been on the subway all afternoon and loving it, but the Moscow Metro provides just that opportunity.  While many cities boast famous public transport systems—New York’s subway, London’s underground, San Salvador’s chicken buses—few warrant hours of exploration.  Moscow is different: Take one ride on the Metro, and you’ll find out that this network of railways can be so much more than point A to B drudgery.

The Metro began operating in 1935 with just thirteen stations, covering less than seven miles, but it has since grown into the world’s third busiest transit system ( Tokyo is first ), spanning about 200 miles and offering over 180 stops along the way.  The construction of the Metro began under Joseph Stalin’s command, and being one of the USSR’s most ambitious building projects, the iron-fisted leader instructed designers to create a place full of svet (radiance) and svetloe budushchee (a radiant future), a palace for the people and a tribute to the Mother nation.

Consequently, the Metro is among the most memorable attractions in Moscow.  The stations provide a unique collection of public art, comparable to anything the city’s galleries have to offer and providing a sense of the Soviet era, which is absent from the State National History Museum.  Even better, touring the Metro delivers palpable, experiential moments, which many of us don’t get standing in front of painting or a case of coins.

Though tours are available , discovering the Moscow Metro on your own provides a much more comprehensive, truer experience, something much less sterile than following a guide.  What better place is there to see the “real” Moscow than on mass transit: A few hours will expose you to characters and caricatures you’ll be hard-pressed to find dining near the Bolshoi Theater.  You become part of the attraction, hear it in the screech of the train, feel it as hurried commuters brush by: The Metro sucks you beneath the city and churns you into the mix.

With the recommendations of our born-and-bred Muscovite students, my wife Emma and I have just taken a self-guided tour of what some locals consider the top ten stations of the Moscow Metro. What most satisfied me about our Metro tour was the sense of adventure .  I loved following our route on the maps of the wagon walls as we circled the city, plotting out the course to the subsequent stops; having the weird sensation of being underground for nearly four hours; and discovering the next cavern of treasures, playing Indiana Jones for the afternoon, piecing together fragments of Russia’s mysterious history.  It’s the ultimate interactive museum.

Top Ten Stations (In order of appearance)

Kievskaya station.

Kievskaya Station went public in March of 1937, the rails between it and Park Kultury Station being the first to cross the Moscow River.  Kievskaya is full of mosaics depicting aristocratic scenes of Russian life, with great cameo appearances by Lenin, Trotsky, and Stalin.  Each work has a Cyrillic title/explanation etched in the marble beneath it; however, if your Russian is rusty, you can just appreciate seeing familiar revolutionary dates like 1905 ( the Russian Revolution ) and 1917 ( the October Revolution ).

Mayakovskaya Station

Mayakovskaya Station ranks in my top three most notable Metro stations. Mayakovskaya just feels right, done Art Deco but no sense of gaudiness or pretention.  The arches are adorned with rounded chrome piping and create feeling of being in a jukebox, but the roof’s expansive mosaics of the sky are the real showstopper.  Subjects cleverly range from looking up at a high jumper, workers atop a building, spires of Orthodox cathedrals, to nimble aircraft humming by, a fleet of prop planes spelling out CCCP in the bluest of skies.

Novoslobodskaya Station

Novoslobodskaya is the Metro’s unique stained glass station.  Each column has its own distinctive panels of colorful glass, most of them with a floral theme, some of them capturing the odd sailor, musician, artist, gardener, or stenographer in action.  The glass is framed in Art Deco metalwork, and there is the lovely aspect of discovering panels in the less frequented haunches of the hall (on the trackside, between the incoming staircases).  Novosblod is, I’ve been told, the favorite amongst out-of-town visitors.

Komsomolskaya Station

Komsomolskaya Station is one of palatial grandeur.  It seems both magnificent and obligatory, like the presidential palace of a colonial city.  The yellow ceiling has leafy, white concrete garland and a series of golden military mosaics accenting the tile mosaics of glorified Russian life.  Switching lines here, the hallway has an Alice-in-Wonderland feel, impossibly long with decorative tile walls, culminating in a very old station left in a remarkable state of disrepair, offering a really tangible glimpse behind the palace walls.

Dostoevskaya Station

Dostoevskaya is a tribute to the late, great hero of Russian literature .  The station at first glance seems bare and unimpressive, a stark marble platform without a whiff of reassembled chips of tile.  However, two columns have eerie stone inlay collages of scenes from Dostoevsky’s work, including The Idiot , The Brothers Karamazov , and Crime and Punishment.   Then, standing at the center of the platform, the marble creates a kaleidoscope of reflections.  At the entrance, there is a large, inlay portrait of the author.

Chkalovskaya Station

Chkalovskaya does space Art Deco style (yet again).  Chrome borders all.  Passageways with curvy overhangs create the illusion of walking through the belly of a chic, new-age spacecraft.  There are two (kos)mosaics, one at each end, with planetary subjects.  Transferring here brings you above ground, where some rather elaborate metalwork is on display.  By name similarity only, I’d expected Komsolskaya Station to deliver some kosmonaut décor; instead, it was Chkalovskaya that took us up to the space station.

Elektrozavodskaya Station

Elektrozavodskaya is full of marble reliefs of workers, men and women, laboring through the different stages of industry.  The superhuman figures are round with muscles, Hollywood fit, and seemingly undeterred by each Herculean task they respectively perform.  The station is chocked with brass, from hammer and sickle light fixtures to beautiful, angular framework up the innards of the columns.  The station’s art pieces are less clever or extravagant than others, but identifying the different stages of industry is entertaining.

Baumanskaya Statio

Baumanskaya Station is the only stop that wasn’t suggested by the students.  Pulling in, the network of statues was just too enticing: Out of half-circle depressions in the platform’s columns, the USSR’s proud and powerful labor force again flaunts its success.  Pilots, blacksmiths, politicians, and artists have all congregated, posing amongst more Art Deco framing.  At the far end, a massive Soviet flag dons the face of Lenin and banners for ’05, ’17, and ‘45.  Standing in front of the flag, you can play with the echoing roof.

Ploshchad Revolutsii Station

Novokuznetskaya Station

Novokuznetskaya Station finishes off this tour, more or less, where it started: beautiful mosaics.  This station recalls the skyward-facing pieces from Mayakovskaya (Station #2), only with a little larger pictures in a more cramped, very trafficked area.  Due to a line of street lamps in the center of the platform, it has the atmosphere of a bustling market.  The more inventive sky scenes include a man on a ladder, women picking fruit, and a tank-dozer being craned in.  The station’s also has a handsome black-and-white stone mural.

Here is a map and a brief description of our route:

Start at (1)Kievskaya on the “ring line” (look for the squares at the bottom of the platform signs to help you navigate—the ring line is #5, brown line) and go north to Belorusskaya, make a quick switch to the Dark Green/#2 line, and go south one stop to (2)Mayakovskaya.  Backtrack to the ring line—Brown/#5—and continue north, getting off at (3)Novosblodskaya and (4)Komsolskaya.  At Komsolskaya Station, transfer to the Red/#1 line, go south for two stops to Chistye Prudy, and get on the Light Green/#10 line going north.  Take a look at (5)Dostoevskaya Station on the northern segment of Light Green/#10 line then change directions and head south to (6)Chkalovskaya, which offers a transfer to the Dark Blue/#3 line, going west, away from the city center.  Have a look (7)Elektroskaya Station before backtracking into the center of Moscow, stopping off at (8)Baumskaya, getting off the Dark Blue/#3 line at (9)Ploschad Revolyutsii.  Change to the Dark Green/#2 line and go south one stop to see (10)Novokuznetskaya Station.

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U.S. News & World Report lists its best electric and hybrid vehicles for 2024

By Khristopher J. Brooks

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April 22, 2024 / 12:01 AM EDT / CBS News

Cars from Hyundai and Volvo claimed five of the top 10 spots on U.S. News & World Report's ranking of the best electric and hybrid vehicles for 2024, while Tesla is shut out. 

Testers with the publication evaluated nearly 100 EVs and hybrids, scoring them based on price, driving range, performance, safety, reliability, interior and other factors. The best EVs offer a mix of power, speed and fast-charging capabilities, said John Vincent, senior editor for vehicle testing. 

"Today there's an electric vehicle for almost every segment of the market," he told CBS MoneyWatch. "Electric cars are our future. They're going to come faster than some people think, and they really solve a lot of problems."

For now, however, many motorists remain unconvinced, with concerns about range, charging speeds and reliability. Although a record 1.2 million EVs were sold in the U.S. last year, according to Cox Automotive data, that amounted to just under 8% of the automobile market . EVs have more problems and are generally less reliable than gas-powered cars, according to a 2023  study  from Consumer Reports. 

U.S. News' list underscores the fierce competition today in electric cars as Tesla slashes its vehicles prices to boost sales. 

"Tesla remains the market leader [in EV sales)], but there are just better options out there now," Vincent said. 

Here are U.S. News' top 10 electric and hybrid vehicles for 2024.

Best luxury electric car: Lucid Air

This luxury sedan, which starts at $69,076, has the longest driving range of any EV, according to a U.S. News review .  

The Lucid Air "is a very cool car," Vincent said. "It's incredibly fast, it's incredibly efficient and can drive 500 miles on a single charge. It's a better Tesla Model S than the Tesla Model S."

Best luxury electric SUV: Volvo XC40 Recharge

The XC40 Recharge scores well in safety, partly because it has features like lane-departure warning and traffic-sign recognition, according to U.S. News. The vehicle starts at $52,450 and and can travel 293 miles on a single charge. 

Best electric SUV: Hyundai Ioniq 5

The Ioniq 5 also scores well in safety, with such features as forward automatic emergency braking and rear cross-traffic alert. The vehicle starts at $41,800 and has a single charge driving range of 220 miles. 

Best electric car: Hyundai Ioniq 6 

This spacious sedan seats five and offers a smooth ride, according to a U.S. News review . Its standard base model starts at $37,500, while a higher-end model, the Limited, starts at $53,650.

Best electric truck: Ford F-150 Lightning 

The electric version of Ford's most popular pickup truck has one of the most spacious cabins in its class, according to U.S. News. The base model can tow 5,000 pounds and the upgraded version can tow 7,700. 

"You can move from the gas-powered F-150 to the F-150 Lightning and not notice a lot of difference in how it performs," U.S. News' Vincent said. 

Best luxury plug-in hybrid: Volvo S60 Recharge 

The Volvo S60 offers some of the fastest battery charging times on the market, according to U.S. News. The vehicle can get a full charge in about nine hours with a 120-volt power outlet and in around four hours using a 240-volt outlet. The S60 comes in five different models, ranging in price from $51,950 to $58,550.

Best plug-in hybrid: Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid

The Sportage Plug-In gives drivers a smooth ride over rough pavement and the engine has zip, accelerating from 0 to 60 miles per hour in about 7 seconds, according to U.S. News. The vehicle comes in two models — the X-Line, starting at $39,490, or the X-Line Prestige, starting at $43,990.

Best hybrid car: Toyota Camry Hybrid 

The Camry Hybrid has a "generous amount of advanced driver-assistance features, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control," according to U.S. News. It comes in five models, with prices that range from $28,855 to $34,295. 

Best hybrid SUV: Hyundai Tucson Hybrid 

The Tucson has one of the most spacious interiors of all hybrid SUVs, according to U.S. News. The vehicle can tow up to 2,000 pounds and comes in four models, ranging in price from $32,575 to $39,715

Best luxury hybrid: Lexus NX Hybrid 

Drivers will notice this luxury vehicle's leather upholstery, large touch screen and head-up display, according to U.S. News. The Lexus NX has five models, ranging in price from $43,465 to $60,005.

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Touring the Top 10 Moscow Metro Stations

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Komsomolskaya metro station looks like a museum. It has vaulted ceilings and baroque decor.

Hidden underground, in the heart of Moscow, are historical and architectural treasures of Russia. These are Soviet-era creations – the metro stations of Moscow.

Our guide Maria introduced these elaborate metro stations as “the palaces for the people.” Built between 1937 and 1955, each station holds its own history and stories. Stalin had the idea of building beautiful underground spaces that the masses could enjoy. They would look like museums, art centers, concert halls, palaces and churches. Each would have a different theme. None would be alike.

The two-hour private tour was with a former Intourist tour guide named Maria. Maria lived in Moscow all her life and through the communist era of 60s to 90s. She has been a tour guide for more than 30 years. Being in her 60s, she moved rather quickly for her age. We traveled and crammed with Maria and other Muscovites on the metro to visit 10 different metro stations.

Arrow showing the direction of metro line 1 and 2

Moscow subways are very clean

To Maria, every street, metro and building told a story. I couldn’t keep up with her stories. I don’t remember most of what she said because I was just thrilled being in Moscow.   Added to that, she spilled out so many Russian words and names, which to one who can’t read Cyrillic, sounded so foreign and could be easily forgotten.

The metro tour was the first part of our all day tour of Moscow with Maria. Here are the stations we visited:

1. Komsomolskaya Metro Station  is the most beautiful of them all. Painted yellow and decorated with chandeliers, gold leaves and semi precious stones, the station looks like a stately museum. And possibly decorated like a palace. I saw Komsomolskaya first, before the rest of the stations upon arrival in Moscow by train from St. Petersburg.

2. Revolution Square Metro Station (Ploshchad Revolyutsii) has marble arches and 72 bronze sculptures designed by Alexey Dushkin. The marble arches are flanked by the bronze sculptures. If you look closely you will see passersby touching the bronze dog's nose. Legend has it that good luck comes to those who touch the dog's nose.

Touch the dog's nose for good luck. At the Revolution Square station

Revolution Square Metro Station

3. Arbatskaya Metro Station served as a shelter during the Soviet-era. It is one of the largest and the deepest metro stations in Moscow.

Arbatskaya Metro Station

4. Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Metro Station was built in 1935 and named after the Russian State Library. It is located near the library and has a big mosaic portrait of Lenin and yellow ceramic tiles on the track walls.

Lenin's portrait at the Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Metro Station

5. Kievskaya Metro Station was one of the first to be completed in Moscow. Named after the capital city of Ukraine by Kiev-born, Nikita Khruschev, Stalin's successor.

Kievskaya Metro Station

6. Novoslobodskaya Metro Station  was built in 1952. It has 32 stained glass murals with brass borders.

Novoslobodskaya metro station

7. Kurskaya Metro Station was one of the first few to be built in Moscow in 1938. It has ceiling panels and artwork showing Soviet leadership, Soviet lifestyle and political power. It has a dome with patriotic slogans decorated with red stars representing the Soviet's World War II Hall of Fame. Kurskaya Metro Station is a must-visit station in Moscow.

Ceiling panel and artworks at Kurskaya Metro Station

8. Mayakovskaya Metro Station built in 1938. It was named after Russian poet Vladmir Mayakovsky. This is one of the most beautiful metro stations in the world with 34 mosaics painted by Alexander Deyneka.

Mayakovskaya station

One of the over 30 ceiling mosaics in Mayakovskaya metro station

9. Belorusskaya Metro Station is named after the people of Belarus. In the picture below, there are statues of 3 members of the Partisan Resistance in Belarus during World War II. The statues were sculpted by Sergei Orlov, S. Rabinovich and I. Slonim.

10. Teatralnaya Metro Station (Theatre Metro Station) is located near the Bolshoi Theatre.

Teatralnaya Metro Station decorated with porcelain figures .

Taking the metro's escalator at the end of the tour with Maria the tour guide.

Have you visited the Moscow Metro? Leave your comment below.

January 15, 2017 at 8:17 am

An excellent read! Thanks for much for sharing the Russian metro system with us. We're heading to Moscow in April and exploring the metro stations were on our list and after reading your post, I'm even more excited to go visit them. Thanks again 🙂

December 6, 2017 at 10:45 pm

Hi, do you remember which tour company you contacted for this tour?

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