What is the Aegis-class?

The Aegis-class is a mass production assault sea cruiser from the Cosmic Era timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Orb Union. It is considered canon within the franchise. These cruisers were used during the First Alliance-PLANT War, alongside the older and smaller Kuraomikami-class destroyers.

Which factions operated the Aegis-class?

The Aegis-class was operated by Orb National Defense Force.

Which Gundam games is the Aegis-class in?

The Aegis-class is playable in 1 Gundam game: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002), not in a game.

Are there Gunpla model kits of the Aegis-class?

Yes — 5 model kits are catalogued for the Aegis-class, alongside 3 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

Aegis-class — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

Aegis-class at a glance

Timeline: Cosmic Era
First appearance: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002)
Gunpla kits: 5 catalogued

Interactive development tree and full data sheet: www.mobilesuit.dev/mobile-suit/aegis-class

Aegis-class Mass Production Assault Sea Cruiser from Gundam Cosmic Era — Aegis-class

The Aegis-class is a mass production assault sea cruiser from the Cosmic Era timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Orb Union. Within the franchise it is considered canon.

The Aegis-class cruiser is a naval battleship introduced in the anime Mobile Suit Gundam SEED.

The Aegis-class has appeared in 6 Gundam releases across 2002–2012, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (Novel), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Never Ending Tomorrow and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Tomo to Kimi to Koko de and 1 more.

It was fielded by Orb National Defense Force.

5 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the Aegis-class, alongside 3 figures and other collectibles.

Specifications

Classification: Mass Production Assault Sea Cruiser
Production type: Mass production
Manufacturer: Orb Union
Universe: Cosmic Era
Canon status: canon

Production Timeline

The Aegis-class has appeared in 5 releases from 2002 to 2004.

2002 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED — TV Anime · 50 episodes (debut)
2003 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (Novel) — Novel
2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny — TV Anime · 50 episodes
2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Never Ending Tomorrow — Other
2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Tomo to Kimi to Koko de — Other

Games featuring the Aegis-class

The Aegis-class is playable in 1 Gundam game.

2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny

Operators: Orb National Defense Force

Aegis-class Model Kits

5 catalogued model kits for the Aegis-class (plus 3 figures and other collectibles):

MG 1/100 GAT-X303 Aegis Gundam [Clear Color] — MG grade · 1/100 · released 2024 · ¥5,610
MG 1/100 GAT-X303 Aegis Gundam — MG grade · 1/100 · released 2012 · ¥5,280
HG 1/144 GAT-X303 Aegis Gundam (Remaster) — HG grade · 1/144 · released 2011 · ¥1,320
1/100 GAT-X303 Aegis Gundam — 1/100 · released 2003 · ¥2,200
HG 1/144 GAT-X303 Aegis Gundam — HG grade · 1/144 · released 2002 · ¥1,320

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Frequently asked questions about the Aegis-class

What is the Aegis-class?: The Aegis-class is a mass production assault sea cruiser from the Cosmic Era timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Orb Union. It is considered canon within the franchise. These cruisers were used during the First Alliance-PLANT War, alongside the older and smaller Kuraomikami-class destroyers.
Which factions operated the Aegis-class?: The Aegis-class was operated by Orb National Defense Force.
Which Gundam series does the Aegis-class appear in?: The Aegis-class appears in 5 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002): Mobile Suit Gundam SEED, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (Novel), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Never Ending Tomorrow and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Tomo to Kimi to Koko de.
Which Gundam games is the Aegis-class in?: The Aegis-class is playable in 1 Gundam game: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002), not in a game.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the Aegis-class?: Yes — 5 model kits are catalogued for the Aegis-class, alongside 3 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

Explore the full interactive development tree for the Aegis-class above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse Aegis-class Gunpla kits & merchandise (8). Reference: Gundam Wiki.