What is the AMX-109 Capule?

The AMX-109 Capule is a limited production transformable amphibious mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Neo Zeon. It is considered canon within the franchise. The Capule was introduced during the First Neo Zeon War, where it was entrusted to a local fisherman named Taman by Neo Zeon forces sent to attack the Nahel Argama. One silver-painted Capule belonged to Neo Zeon officer Phaeton Rahu Argis.

What was the AMX-109 Capule developed from?

The AMX-109 Capule was developed from MSM-03 Gogg and MSM-03C Hygogg. Its full development lineage is mapped on the AMX-109 Capule evolution tree.

What mobile suits were developed from the AMX-109 Capule?

1 unit was developed from or built as variants of the AMX-109 Capule: AMX-109 Kapool.

Which factions operated the AMX-109 Capule?

The AMX-109 Capule was operated by Neo Zeon, Axis Zeon, Simbu Base Corps and Zeon Remnants.

How big is the AMX-109 Capule?

The AMX-109 Capule stands 16.50 m tall, weighs 57.50 t, produces 1840 kW 2,467.48 hp, is armoured in Gundarium Alloy (bi-layered).

Which Gundam series does the AMX-109 Capule appear in?

The AMX-109 Capule appears in 17 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ (1986): Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ, Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn (Novel), Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ Side Story: Mirage of Zeon, Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. 0096: The Sleeves Crew Chief Recites a Poem, Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn and Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn - Bande Dessinee (plus 11 more).

Which Gundam games is the AMX-109 Capule in?

The AMX-109 Capule is playable in 2 Gundam games: Gundam Assault Survive and Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ (1986), not in a game.

AMX-109 Capule — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

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AMX-109 Capule at a glance

Timeline: Universal Century
First appearance: Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ (1986)
Developed from: MSM-03 Gogg, MSM-03C Hygogg
Led to: 1 unit — AMX-109 Kapool
Gunpla kits: None catalogued yet — know one? suggest it

Interactive development tree and full data sheet: www.mobilesuit.dev/mobile-suit/amx-109-capule

AMX-109 Capule Limited Production Transformable Amphibious Mobile Suit from Gundam Universal Century — AMX-109 Capule

The AMX-109 Capule is a limited production transformable amphibious mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Neo Zeon. Within the franchise it is considered canon.

The AMX-109 Capule is a limited-production amphibious mobile suit. First featured in the anime Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ, its design was later updated for the Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn OVA. One unit was piloted by Taman in Gundam ZZ.

Within the story, the AMX-109 Capule first appears in 0088 U.C. and was last seen in 0096 U.C.

The AMX-109 Capule was developed from MSM-03 Gogg and MSM-03C Hygogg. It in turn led to 1 derived unit — AMX-109 Kapool. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The AMX-109 Capule has appeared in 19 Gundam releases across 1986–2024, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ (1986). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn (Novel), Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ Side Story: Mirage of Zeon, Gundam Assault Survive and Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. 0096: The Sleeves Crew Chief Recites a Poem and 14 more.

It was fielded by Neo Zeon, Axis Zeon, Simbu Base Corps and Zeon Remnants.

No Gunpla kit of the AMX-109 Capule has been catalogued yet, but 5 figures and collectibles are listed.

Specifications

Model number: AMX-109
Classification: Limited Production Transformable Amphibious Mobile Suit
Production type: Limited run
Weapon class: Amphibious
Manufacturer: Neo Zeon
Universe: Universal Century
Canon status: canon
Overall height: 16.50 m
Weight: 57.50 t
Power source: Minovsky Ultracompact Fusion Reactor
Power output: 1840 kW 2,467.48 hp
Armor: Gundarium Alloy (bi-layered)
First deployment: Sibling Love Blooming in the South Seas
First seen: 0088 U.C.
Last seen: 0096 U.C.

Production Timeline

The AMX-109 Capule has appeared in 17 releases from 1986 to 2024.

1986 — Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ — TV Anime · 47 episodes (debut)
2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn (Novel) — Novel
2007 — Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ Side Story: Mirage of Zeon — TV Anime
2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. 0096: The Sleeves Crew Chief Recites a Poem — Other · 1 episodes
2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn — OVA · 7 episodes
2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn - Bande Dessinee — Manga
2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn The Truth of E.F.F. — Manga
2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn: The Noble Shroud — Manga · 1 episodes
2013 — Gundam Build Fighters — TV Anime · 25 episodes
2013 — Gundam Build Fighters Amazing — TV Anime
2014 — Gundam Build Fighters Try — TV Anime · 25 episodes
2014 — Gundam Reconguista in G — TV Anime · 26 episodes
2014 — Gundam Reconguista in G (manga) — Manga
2016 — Gundam Build Fighters Amazing Ready — TV Anime
2016 — Gundam Build Fighters AR — Other
2019 — Reconguista in G the Movie I Go! Core Fighter — Movie
2024 — Mobile Suit Gundam F90 Cluster — TV Anime

Games featuring the AMX-109 Capule

The AMX-109 Capule is playable in 2 Gundam games.

2010 — Gundam Assault Survive
2018 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2

Development Lineage

Developed from

Develops into & variants

AMX-109 Kapool

Operators: Neo Zeon, Axis Zeon, Simbu Base Corps, Zeon Remnants

Frequently asked questions about the AMX-109 Capule

What is the AMX-109 Capule?: The AMX-109 Capule is a limited production transformable amphibious mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Neo Zeon. It is considered canon within the franchise. The Capule was introduced during the First Neo Zeon War, where it was entrusted to a local fisherman named Taman by Neo Zeon forces sent to attack the Nahel Argama. One silver-painted Capule belonged to Neo Zeon officer Phaeton Rahu Argis.
What was the AMX-109 Capule developed from?: The AMX-109 Capule was developed from MSM-03 Gogg and MSM-03C Hygogg. Its full development lineage is mapped on the AMX-109 Capule evolution tree.
What mobile suits were developed from the AMX-109 Capule?: 1 unit was developed from or built as variants of the AMX-109 Capule: AMX-109 Kapool.
Which factions operated the AMX-109 Capule?: The AMX-109 Capule was operated by Neo Zeon, Axis Zeon, Simbu Base Corps and Zeon Remnants.
How big is the AMX-109 Capule?: The AMX-109 Capule stands 16.50 m tall, weighs 57.50 t, produces 1840 kW 2,467.48 hp, is armoured in Gundarium Alloy (bi-layered).
Which Gundam series does the AMX-109 Capule appear in?: The AMX-109 Capule appears in 17 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ (1986): Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ, Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn (Novel), Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ Side Story: Mirage of Zeon, Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. 0096: The Sleeves Crew Chief Recites a Poem, Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn and Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn - Bande Dessinee (plus 11 more).
Which Gundam games is the AMX-109 Capule in?: The AMX-109 Capule is playable in 2 Gundam games: Gundam Assault Survive and Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ (1986), not in a game.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the AMX-109 Capule?: No Gunpla kit of the AMX-109 Capule has been catalogued yet, but 5 figures and collectibles are listed on its Gunpla page.

Explore the full interactive development tree for the AMX-109 Capule above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse AMX-109 Capule Gunpla kits & merchandise (5). Reference: Gundam Wiki.