MissionStory

Arms Shortage

Claude defends Ray's friend Phil Cassidy from a Cartel attack at his weapons yard.

Mission no.
34
Given by
Ray Machowski
Reward
$10,000

Overview

Arms Shortage is a Ray Machowski mission in GTA III. Ray's old friend Phil Cassidy, who runs an army surplus store in Rockford, is about to be attacked by the Colombian Cartel and needs backup.

Claude must defend Phil's base from waves of Colombians arriving in Cartel Cruisers.

Arms Shortage introduces Phil Cassidy and his Army Surplus store, one of the best weapon sources in GTA III.

Walkthrough

  1. Drive to Phil's base in Rockford.
  2. Pick up the weapons Phil provides.
  3. Wait for the Colombians to arrive.
  4. Kill the attackers as they come out of their cars.
  5. Keep Phil alive until all the waves are cleared.

Tips

  • Use the heavy weapons Phil gives you, including the rocket launcher.
  • Shoot the Cartel Cruisers before they reach the base.
  • Stay near cover; the attackers are well-armed.

Rewards and unlocks

Claude earns $10,000 and access to Phil's Army Surplus, where heavy weapons such as the M16 and rocket launcher are sold. The shotgun becomes available at Ammu-Nation, and the mission unlocks Evidence Dash.

Other rewards

$10,000 ; Phil's Army Surplus

Unlocks

Evidence Dash

Prerequisite

Silence the Sneak

Objectives

  • Drive to Phil's Base
  • Clear out the attacking Columbians
  • Go and check on Phil

Mission giver 1

Characters 1

Vehicles 3

Gangs 1

On the map

Arms ShortageBelleville Park, Staunton IslandShow on the interactive map

Arms Shortage: questions and answers

Who gives the mission Arms Shortage in GTA III?

Arms Shortage is given by Ray Machowski.

What is the reward for Arms Shortage in GTA III?

Arms Shortage pays $10,000.