Gauntlet is a storyline mission in Grand Theft Auto V, picked up in Pillbox Hill, Rockford Hills and Mission Row for Lester Crest. The objective: stealing, modding and delivering the Gauntlets.. This GTA 5 Gauntlet walkthrough covers every step, the reward, and what makes the job fail.
Key facts
- Location: Pillbox Hill, Rockford Hills and Mission Row.
- Given by: Lester Crest.
- Objective: Stealing, modding and delivering the Gauntlets..
- Unlocks: The Big Score (only if Stingers has already been completed).
- Unlocked by: Planning the Big Score.
GTA 5 Gauntlet walkthrough
- Take the getaway vehicle to Los Santos Customs.
- Purchase the vehicle mods required for the job.
- Take the getaway vehicle to the lockup.
- Leave the vehicle in the lockup.
How GTA 5 Gauntlet fails
The mission fails if you get Wasted or Busted, or if any of the following happens:
- Gauntlet destroyed.
- Gauntlet was abandoned.
- Gauntlet got stuck.
- The required mods cannot be purchased due to insufficient funds.
Tips
- Save before you start. GTA 5 missions lock you in until you pass or fail, so a fresh save makes retrying painless.
- Protect the vehicle or crew member the mission depends on — losing it fails the job even if you are still alive.
- Want every mission in Los Santos? See all GTA 5 missions.
- Looking for shortcuts instead? See our GTA 5 cheat codes.
Video walkthrough
Prefer to watch? This video shows it in action.
FAQ
How do you start GTA 5 Gauntlet?
Pick it up in Pillbox Hill, Rockford Hills and Mission Row for Lester Crest.
What fails GTA 5 Gauntlet?
Getting Wasted or Busted. It also fails if: Gauntlet destroyed; Gauntlet was abandoned; Gauntlet got stuck; the required mods cannot be purchased due to insufficient funds.
What does GTA 5 Gauntlet unlock?
The Big Score (only if Stingers has already been completed).
Which version of GTA 5 is this walkthrough for?
The objectives, location and reward are the same across the PS5, PS4, Xbox Series, Xbox One and PC releases of GTA V, aside from minor control differences.
