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MesaB-GTAV-front.png|A roofless '''Mesa''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto V]]''. (<small>[[:File:MesaB-GTAV-rear.png|Rear quarter view]]</small>)
MesaB-GTAV-front.png|A roofless '''Mesa''' in ''[[Grand Theft Auto V]]''. (<small>[[:File:MesaB-GTAV-rear.png|Rear quarter view]]</small>)
Mesa-GTAV-RSC.jpg|The '''Mesa''' on [[Rockstar Games Social Club]].
Mesa-GTAV-RSC.jpg|The '''Mesa''' on [[Rockstar Games Social Club]].
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Mesa3-GTAV-Warstock.png|The '''Mesa (Merryweather)''' on [[Warstock Cache & Carry]].
Mesa3-GTAV-RSC.jpg|The '''Mesa (Merryweather)''' on [[Rockstar Games Social Club]].
Mesa3-GTAV-RSC.jpg|The '''Mesa (Merryweather)''' on [[Rockstar Games Social Club]].
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Is there a more iconic and uncomfortable 4WD on the market? Every 17-years-old girl wants to lease a Canis on spring break, which is why the Mesa comes with roll cage as standard.
The Mesa (formerly known as "Mesa Grande") is a compact SUV featured in both the 3D Universe and HD Universe. It is manufactured by Canis in the HD Universe.
Resembling a 1986-1995 Jeep Wrangler YJ (as evidenced by its rectangular headlights and signal lights) and differing by its horizontal grille element design, the vehicle is evidently a compact SUV with heightened ground clearance and large wheels to facilitate offroading. The vehicle comes in three variations with regards to the occupants' compartment, including a canvas top, a rollbar, or nothing at all. The vehicle can only seat two, despite having additional back seats.
The design between all iterations remained the same, aside from the Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, which seems to gain a slightly taller cabin, turning signals on the front fenders and a license plate moved from the rear bumper to the tailgate. It also has the door handles in a lower height compared to the Grand Theft Auto: Vice City and Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories iterations.
Grand Theft Auto V
Standard
The vehicle is now depicted as a four-door SUV that resembles the 2007-2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon, while the front fascia and grille resemble that of a UAZ-469, since there are now circular headlights instead of square headlights. The tail lights are rather generic and different from a Jeep Wrangler, having only two circular lights per side (a red light and a reverse light).
Off-Road
Also featured in Grand Theft Auto V is the inclusion of a special lifted variant based on the Jeep J8, which is primarily used by Merryweather Security. It is also dubbed "Mesa". It features unique suspension which raises the vehicle higher, as well as an external exoskeleton. Like the regular Mesa, it may appear with or without removable hard-top.
This variant also features various military enhancements such as reinforced bumpers, skid plates, a winch, separate side steps and a full tubular exo-skeleton with a roof rack and high-power lamps on the roof and the extra front bull bar. The SUV also has sections of the body and wheel arches removed to provide capacity for larger wheels & tires and to allow for greater lateral suspension travel. To afford the SUV water-wading capability, a snorkel has been fitted.
This vehicle comes in either black, desert tan, and olive drab, which are the default colors in scripted appearances of Merryweather, but as like any vehicle, various colors can be applied.
Its performance is similar to that of the Blista Compact and Sentinel, due to its light weight and short wheelbase, and it is significantly nimble and possesses above average pickup and torque than speed. However, as a compact SUV, it only has a moderate top speed. Its light weight and stiff suspension may also result in frequent rollovers on uneven terrain or in accidents. It is powered by a diesel engine, which is large and powerful. The engine has been an inline throughout the 3D universe.
The Mesa has an average top speed and good acceleration due to its light weight. However, it has a wide turning radius and needs to be driven moderately. The vehicle performs well off-road due to its full 4WD drivetrain and light weight, and it has excellent torque which allows it to climb very steep hills. Durability is excellent, as the vehicle is able to take considerable abuse from gunfire and collisions before the engine fails. The Mesa is also capable of an impressive amount of momentum once it gathers speed, rivalling larger cars like the Emperor in its ability to force its way through obstacles and roadblocks.
It appears to be powered by a V8 engine (as suggested by the engine cover), coupled to a 5-speed gearbox in a front engine, all wheel drive layout (10%-90%, front to rear torque distribution).
Merryweather
The Merryweather Mesa is slightly inferior in terms of performance to the Mesa, but makes up for the shortcoming with its improved off-roading capabilities and durability. It is capable of reaching decent top speeds, but its high center of gravity could make it prone to tipping over quite easily, an issue which can easily be rectified by lowering the suspension at Los Santos Customs. It is fairly hard to damage a large amount, due to its protective tubular exoskeleton. Performance-wise, the Merryweather Mesa is equipped with impressive torque, allowing it to climb near-vertical hills, giving it much ability to surpass the standard Mesa.
Despite featuring a mounted snorkel, the Merryweather Mesa cannot be submerged in deep water. This is because the exhaust, the game's way of determining whether a vehicle should cut out or not when submerged in water, is beneath the body of the truck and as such, the truck has a very low tolerance of water. The Duneloader and Half-track can traverse deep water as the snorkel is considered an exhaust by the game, allowing it to travel deep water without cutting out.
It appears to be powered by a V8 engine (as suggested by the engine cover), coupled to a 5-speed gearbox in a front engine, all wheel drive layout (10%-90%, front to rear torque distribution).
The Crusader is a military version operated by the army, only found in Fort Zancudo.
Special Variants
Military
In GTA San Andreas and GTA Vice City Stories, a Mesa depicted to be part of the Military is seen in specific moments in both games:
The Mesa Grande in GTA San Andreas has been adopted for use by the National Guard. One appears during "Robbing Uncle Sam", used by the personnel at the National Guard Depot. It may or may not come with a roof, appears during this mission only, and can be saved by the player if they deliberately fail this mission.
In GTA Vice City Stories, another military Mesa is featured. It is painted in military green and is available in the Fort Baxter Air Base. It will always spawn at the base whastover, making it available throughout the course of the entire game.
A snow covered variant, which can only be seen during the mission Bury the Hatchet is featured in the game, being found parked outside the Church at Ludendorff. It has almost the same features as any snowy vehicle, featuring chains on its tires and ice on the windows.
A snow-covered Mesa in GTA V (Without top) (Rear quarter view).
Merryweather
An off-road variant of the Mesa is used by Merryweather Security, commonly referred to as the "Merryweather Mesa". Like the standard and snow variants, it can spawn either with or without a roof; however, the hardtop is flush with the bodywork unlike the other variants, where it is painted black.
The Mesa (Merryweather) in the cinematic preview on GTA Online Rockstar Games Social Club.
The Mesa (Merryweather) in the gameplay of Race and Chase: Get Truckin'.
Prominent Appearances in Missions
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
Robbing Uncle Sam - A unique green body Mesa in seen entering the army depot after CJ and Ryder stop the truck outside. The vehicle remains during the entire mission and can be stolen.
Exports and Imports - The Mesa is one of the 30 vehicles wanted for the side-mission. Placed on the third list.
Grand Theft Auto V
The Mesa appears in Offroad Races "Ridge Run" and "Eco Friendly".
Merryweather Mesa
Minor Turbulence - Numerous Mesas appear in the Cargo Plane during said mission. One can use the Mesa to bail out of the rear of the plane, counting towards the mission's gold medal objectives.
The Wrap Up - Numerous Mesas appear in the parking lot of the Kortz Center, they can be used as a getaway car.
Meltdown - Merryweather forces attacking Michael's home will arrive in Mesas.
The Third Way - Waves of Merryweather soldiers will arrive at the foundry using Mesas.
Severe Weather Patterns - Various Mesas can be seen pursuing and blocking roads in an attempt to intercept the crew using Dune FAVs.
Offshore Assets - Several Mesas may be seen chasing the crew's APC once they reach to land.
Cover Blown - All-green Mesas, as well as standard-colored ones, can be seen pursuing and creating roadblocks attempting to slow down the crew using the Hauler Custom with a Mobile Operations Center attached to it.
Rarely spawns near the curb at Fort Baxter Air Base, near the bridge that links to Little Havana. This happens most often when Vic is already driving in a Mesa Grande.
Parked next to the curb of the Paleto Tattoo parlor on Duluoz Avenue in Paleto Bay.
Merryweather Mesa
The Merryweather Mesa is only obtainable from the following four missions, and otherwise it never appears during the course of the entire game. Mission replays don't work and so if the player wants one after the specific mission has passed, they must start a new game or load an earlier save.
Minor Turbulence - After Trevor crashes the Duster into the Cargo Plane and enters the jet's hold, several Merryweather Mesas can be found sliding around in the cargo hold. Once the plane has to be ditched, the player can choose to get in one of the Mesas before it falls out of the plane, then drive out of the rear of the jet. It is worth mentioning that keeping the Mesa after this mission is incredibly difficult, as the player will usually land in the Alamo Sea with quite some distance to go before reaching the shore. However, if the player manages to fly over land before needing to ditch the plane, it is possible to take one of the Mesas and land on the ground without it exploding.
The Wrap Up - Numerous Mesas can be found in the parking lot after Merryweather arrive at the Kortz Center. The player is able to obtain and keep it after the mission.
Meltdown - When Merryweather reinforcements arrive in the Mesas, steal one and store it in Michael's garage before continuing with the mission. It will still be there post-mission.
The Third Way: - This mission is the only instance in the game where any of the three protagonists can obtain a Merryweather Mesa, and is also the sole mission in the game where Franklin Clinton can obtain one. After all three protagonists exit the Foundry building, four Merryweather Mesas spawn; three arrive where the Buzzard engages the player with mercenaries on board, while the fourth can be found vacant a short distance away. To obtain one, simply kill the mercenaries nearby before escaping the foundry. The mission will fail. To keep the Mesa, quit the mission. Afterwards, simply drive the Mesa to one of the safehouses or garages and store it, then start the mission again.
Grand Theft Auto Online
Mesa
The normal Mesa can be found around Blaine County and Los Santos.
Can spawn outside each of the three Fort Zancudo hangars --3499, 3497, A2-- in a Matte Foliage Green color as of the Smuggler's Run update.[1]
Merryweather Mesa
As of patch 1.17, Merryweather Mesas obtained during missions cannot be stored in the player's garage or modified at Los Santos Customs.
As of the Heists Update, the Merryweather Mesa can now be bought from Warstock Cache & Carry for $87,000, making it much easier for inexperienced or low-level players to gain access to the vehicle, and much earlier in the game.
A Merryweather Mesa with bullet-proof tires is available on the SecuroServ menu in free mode for Associates and Bodyguards (but not VIPs and CEOs) for $5000, or for free if owned.
One of the only ways to obtain a Merryweather Mesa for storage and modification without buying it is to call Merryweather and set mercenaries on another player for $7,500. It is best to do this method with a friend, as a random player will likely retaliate if targeted. After around one minute, mercenaries will begin spawning in Mesas near the targeted player. Steal one of the Mesas, killing the mercenaries on the player's own if neccessary, then drive it to Los Santos Customs to purchase a tracker and insurance. The targeted player can also steal and store the spawned Mesa in a similar manner. Make sure no dead mercenaries are left in the vehicle (i.e. enter the Mesa through the front passenger door), otherwise it would not be able to enter any of the garages to install a tracker. If this is the case, simply take the damaged Mesa to Los Santos Customs and respray it, as this will remove the dead mercenaries from the vehicle.
Alternatively, have another player send Merryweather after the player. It is recommended that having an armoured vehicle such as the Armoured Kuruma or Insurgent brought. Simply remain in the area and shoot at the soldiers approaching the player in Mesas. After a while, the Police will become alerted if continuing to kill the Mercenaries, so it is advised that simply escape after clearing a way through for the player himself/herself and the chosen Mesa. Once this is done, evade the Mercenaries until the player makes it to a branch of Los Santos Customs and go about insuring the new vehicle.
Mesa Grande means "big table" in Portuguese and Spanish.
The name of the vehicle is a reference of the geological formation of the same name, an elevated area of land with a flat top and sides that are usually steep cliffs. It takes its name from its characteristic table-top shape. As an off road vehicle, the name implies it can pass through mesa areas easily.
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
During the development of GTA Vice City, the Mesa was originally called the Desperado.
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
If an overweight Grove Street gang member sits on the passenger seat, the seat will completely disappear and in its place will be his body. The seat will reappear again once the gang member exits the vehicle.
Grand Theft Auto V
Mesa
Given that the Snow variant of the Mesa can only be seen immediately before the shootout in the Churchyard begins (and is absent afterwards) it is likely that the vehicle was obtained by Trevor as a getaway car to escape with.
The topless Mesa was originally intended to be purchasable on the Warstock Cache & Carry website, as seen in the website's files.[2]
Merryweather Mesa
The Mesa can be modified at any Los Santos Customs in both GTA V and GTA Online. However, the bodywork cannot be modified. Furthermore, it cannot be sold as of patch 1.08.
The Mesa's inability to be sold was fixed as of patch 1.27, however, players with existing Mesas prior to patch cannot sell them.
As is the case with the Bodhi, when switching to high beams, the roll cage lights will activate.
The tire size of the stock wheels is unique; It is larger than any custom wheel that can be fitted in LS Customs.
The color of the spare tire changes depending on the color selected in the Secondary Color slot at LS Customs.
The spare tire can be deformed from collisions as if it were a body panel. Furthermore, it will not burst if shot at or if the Mesa is set on fire.
Originally, the stock wheels would retain the color of the rim used while having a custom wheel. However, it was patched in a subsequent update.
However, it can also be done through the iFruit app. First, purchase custom tires and select color of choice at the ingame mod shop. Then, go to the iFruit app, and order stock wheels at the LS Customs in the app. Afterwards, go back to the game, and after receiving an invoice email from LS Customs, go to the mod shop and Process App Order. The stock wheels ordered should now have come with the color of choice.
Grand Theft Auto Online
In GTA Online, it can be selected as both Off-road and SUV in a race, but the Crusader appears only in the "SUV" list, despite being slower, not luxurious and highly used as an off-road vehicle.
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