In video games, trucks and minivans play a role far beyond that of mere transportation. They often become integral to gameplay, adding realism, strategic depth, and even emotional resonance. In simulators like Euro Truck Simulator, trucks are the player’s primary tool-used to explore the world, complete missions, and build a career as a long-haul driver. In such games, vehicles are not just a means of getting from point A to point B—they represent a philosophy of slow travel and logistical thinking. In action games and shooters, minivans and trucks are frequently used as cover, escape vehicles, or even weapons. In theGrand Theft Auto series, for instance, a minivan might serve as a family car - or as a front for criminal activity. Their spacious interiors make them ideal for transporting crews or loot. In zombie apocalypse games like Left 4 Dead, vans become lifelines - mobile fortresses that offer shelter or a way to break through hordes of the undead.
In the Counter-Strike series, trucks and vans play a crucial tactical role. Though not drivable, their placement on maps significantly influences team strategies. On the iconic map de_Nuke, the truck at the spawn serves as an object that just closes the hole in a map. On de_Overpass, the white van at Bombsite B is a key defensive position, offering cover and control over key approaches. These vehicles create vertical and horizontal barriers, limit lines of sight, and open up opportunities for clever maneuvers—such as jumps, wallbangs, or ambushes. Download CS 1.6 now to check it. Thus, trucks and minivans in games are far more than background props. They help shape the atmosphere, influence gameplay, and sometimes even become part of the narrative. Their versatility makes them indispensable across genres—from simulators to action games and competitive shooters like Counter-Strike.
Mr.Whoopee Weight: 1.7 tonnes Virtual price: $29000 Speed: 145 km/h Road handling: 35 Fuel type: Diesel Drive type: Front Damageability: 77% Class: Trucks and minivans Acceleration / Braking: 12 An ice cream truck that, as even children know, sells mostly heroin and crack rather than popsicles and ice cream. Mr. Whoopee appears after acquiring an ice cream factory run by a nervous old hanger-on with a pronounced hatred of children. If you're a particularly violent pervert, you can put on some haunting music and when people start gathering at the van, blow the hell out of it.
Boxville Weight: 5.5 tonnes Virtual price: $22000 Speed: 140 km/h Road handling: 30 Fuel type: Diesel Drive type: Rear Damageability: 40% Class: Trucks and minivans Acceleration / Braking: 14 Oh, I had a long giggle when I saw this refrigerator on wheels. Cars like this slowly roll around in harbor areas, and you should be glad they don't show their ugliness anywhere else. Top Fun Weight: 1.9 tonnes Virtual price: $20000 Speed: 160 km/h Road handling: 30 Fuel type: Diesel Drive type: Rear Damageability: 43% Class: Trucks and minivans Acceleration / Braking: 15 Children! Children! Hurry up and get over here! Don't forget the adults. Radio-controlled cars, helicopters and airplanes. Get in the van, grab the remote control and show us whether your veins are filled with brake fluid or incendiary mix. Hey, kiddo, you don't want to steal a van, it's no good! Why don't you go find yourself an Infernus?
Spand Express Weight: 2.4 tonnes Virtual price: $16000 Speed: 150 km/h Road handling: 30 Fuel type: Diesel Drive type: Front Damageability: 90% Acceleration / Braking: 15 Hello, Mule, you've disguised yourself well. And everything inside is new! Only the general outline remains. The Spand Express is the same Mule, but with slightly improved performance. That's the science. Mule Weight: 3.5 tonnes Virtual price: $22000 Speed: 140 km/h Road handling: 30 Fuel type: Diesel Drive type: Rear Damageability: 53% Acceleration / Braking: 12 The most popular truck in the game, is in the service of almost all companies transporting multi-ton cargo within the city. It can be found in many coloring variants and with various advertisements on the sides. It is probably best not to use it as a personal vehicle.
Pony Weight: 2.6 tonnes Virtual price: $20000 Speed: 160 km/h Road handling: 30 Fuel type: Diesel Drive type: Rear Damageability: 50% Acceleration / Braking: 15 Weiss City without Pony is like Berlin without BMW. You can't imagine city streets without these small vans scurrying back and forth. The Pony's diesel engine and sheer weight make it an unlikely target for theft. Yankee Weight: 4.5 tonnes Virtual price: $22000 Speed: 160 km/h Road handling: 30 Fuel type: Diesel Drive type: Rear Damageability: 45% Acceleration / Braking: 14 A standard workhorse, used by many different companies in Vice City.
Walton Weight: 1.85 tonnes Virtual price: $26000 Speed: 150 km/h Road handling: 35 Fuel type: Diesel Drive type: Full Damageability: 19% Acceleration / Braking: 14 Farmer Billy's taking his cattle to the market. What's he taking it in? A Walton, of course! The handling of this four-wheel-drive car isn't bad, but the rest of it... Well, it's farmer to farmer, car thief to car thief. Fortunately, you will not see this truck in any of the CS 1.6 builds. Trashmaster Weight: 5.5 тонн Virtual price: $5000 Speed: 110 km/h Road handling: 30 Fuel type: Diesel Drive type: Rear Damageability: 20% Acceleration / Braking: 7 Dumpster. It has a number of outstanding characteristics. The main one is the lowest acceleration of all the cars in the game. In terms of maximum speed, it is also among the laggards. The only positive quality is that it's one of the most invulnerable vehicles. And the smell.
Packer Weight: 8 тонн Virtual price: $20000 Speed: 150 km/h Road handling: 30 Fuel type: Diesel Drive type: Rear Damageability: 40% Class: Trucks and minivans Acceleration / Braking: 13 The most common tow truck. "Have an accident? Call us..." But judging by the fact that Packer never transports wrecked cars, everyone in Weiss City strictly observes traffic rules. You should not steal this car, but you should try to perform some tricks with its help, for example, to drive only on two wheels! Rumpo Weight: 2 tonnes Virtual price: $26000 Speed: 160 km/h Road handling: 30 Fuel type: Gasoline Drive type: Front Damageability: 60% Class: Trucks and minivans Acceleration / Braking: 18 A truck, which has been seen here and there in Weiss City. It has front-wheel drive and a powerful gasoline engine, which gives the two-ton vehicle good speed and maneuverability.
