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FD-03 Gustav Karl — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

FD-03

FD-03 Gustav Karl Mass Production General-Purpose Mobile Suit from Gundam Universal Century
FD-03 Gustav Karl

The FD-03 Gustav Karl is a mass production general-purpose mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Earth Federation. Within the franchise it is considered canon.

Within the story, the FD-03 Gustav Karl first appears in 0097 U.C. and was last seen in 0112 U.C.

The FD-03 Gustav Karl in turn led to 1 derived unit — Flat Gustav. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The FD-03 Gustav Karl has appeared in 5 Gundam releases across 1989–2021, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash (1989). Later appearances include Gundam MS Graphica, Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn RE:0096, Mobile Suit Gundam F90: Fastest Formula and Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash (Manga).

It was fielded by Earth Federation Forces.

3 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the FD-03 Gustav Karl, alongside 2 figures and other collectibles.

Specifications

Model number
FD-03
Classification
Mass Production General-Purpose Mobile Suit
Manufacturer
Earth Federation
Universe
Universal Century
Canon status
canon
Weight
60.00 t
Power source
Minovsky Ultracompact Fusion Reactor
Power output
3425 kW 4,593 hp
Armor
Gundarium Alloy
First seen
0097 U.C.
Last seen
0112 U.C.

Armaments

  • Vulcan Gun (ranged)
  • 2 (other) — tube Grenade Launcher
  • Beam Saber (melee)
  • Beam Rifle (ranged)
  • Flexible Shield (shield)

Production Timeline

The FD-03 Gustav Karl has appeared in 5 releases from 1989 to 2021.

  1. 1989 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash (debut)
  2. 2006 — Gundam MS Graphica
  3. 2016 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn RE:0096
  4. 2019 — Mobile Suit Gundam F90: Fastest Formula
  5. 2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash (Manga)

Development Lineage

Develops into & variants

Related mobile suits

Other machines catalogued alongside the FD-03 Gustav Karl — same series where one exists, otherwise the same timeline. Each links to its own development tree.

Operators: Earth Federation Forces

FD-03 Gustav Karl Model Kits

3 catalogued model kits for the FD-03 Gustav Karl (plus 2 figures and other collectibles):

See all FD-03 Gustav Karl kits, prices and community builds

Frequently asked questions about the FD-03 Gustav Karl

What is the FD-03 Gustav Karl?
The FD-03 Gustav Karl is a mass production general-purpose mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Earth Federation. It is considered canon within the franchise.
What mobile suits were developed from the FD-03 Gustav Karl?
1 unit was developed from or built as variants of the FD-03 Gustav Karl: Flat Gustav.
Which factions operated the FD-03 Gustav Karl?
The FD-03 Gustav Karl was operated by Earth Federation Forces.
How big is the FD-03 Gustav Karl?
The FD-03 Gustav Karl weighs 60.00 t, produces 3425 kW 4,593 hp, is armoured in Gundarium Alloy.
Which Gundam series does the FD-03 Gustav Karl appear in?
The FD-03 Gustav Karl appears in 5 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash (1989): Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash, Gundam MS Graphica, Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn RE:0096, Mobile Suit Gundam F90: Fastest Formula and Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash (Manga).
Are there Gunpla model kits of the FD-03 Gustav Karl?
Yes — 3 model kits are catalogued for the FD-03 Gustav Karl, alongside 2 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

Explore the full interactive development tree for the FD-03 Gustav Karl above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse FD-03 Gustav Karl Gunpla kits & merchandise (5). Reference: Gundam Wiki.