How big is the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam?

The GAT-X103 Buster Gundam stands 18.86 m tall, is armoured in Phase Shift Armor.

Which Gundam series does the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam appear in?

The GAT-X103 Buster Gundam appears in 12 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002): Gundam SEED Astray, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (Manga), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (Novel) and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Never Ending Tomorrow (plus 6 more).

Which Gundam games is the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam in?

The GAT-X103 Buster Gundam is playable in 15 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2003 video game), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (WonderSwan Color), Battle Assault 3 featuring Gundam SEED, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (GBA), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II, Mobile Suit Gundam Vs. Gundam Next, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online and Gundam Assault Survive (plus 7 more). It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002), not in a game.

GAT-X103 Buster Gundam — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

GAT-X103

The GAT-X103 Buster Gundam is a prototype artillery mobile suit from the Cosmic Era timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Morgenröte Inc. Actaeon Industries (Re-manufactured unit). Within the franchise it is considered canon.

Within the story, the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam first appears in January 25, 71 C.E.

The GAT-X103 Buster Gundam in turn led to 8 derived units — GAT-X131 Calamity Gundam, GAT/A-01E2 Buster Dagger, Kaiser Buster, YMF-X000A Dreadnought Gundam, ZGMF-103HD Lightning Buster Gundam and ZGMF-600 GuAIZ and 2 more. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The GAT-X103 Buster Gundam has appeared in 27 Gundam releases across 2002–2021, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002). Later appearances include Gundam SEED Astray, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (Manga), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2003 video game) and 22 more.

It was fielded by 7th Panzer Division, Archangel Corps, Atlantic Federation, Earth Alliance and Le Creuset Team and 4 more.

7 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam, alongside 2 figures and other collectibles.

Specifications

Model number: GAT-X103
Classification: Prototype Artillery Mobile Suit
Manufacturer: Morgenröte Inc. Actaeon Industries (Re-manufactured unit)
Universe: Cosmic Era
Canon status: canon
Overall height: 18.86 m
Power source: Ultracompact Energy Battery
Armor: Phase Shift Armor
First seen: January 25, 71 C.E.

Production Timeline

The GAT-X103 Buster Gundam has appeared in 12 releases from 2002 to 2019.

2002 — Gundam SEED Astray
2002 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (debut)
2002 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (Manga)
2002 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray
2003 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (Novel)
2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Never Ending Tomorrow
2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Special Edition
2005 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Generation of C.E.
2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Re:
2013 — Gundam Build Fighters
2018 — Gundam Build Divers Prologue
2019 — Gundam Build Divers Re:RISE

Games featuring the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam

The GAT-X103 Buster Gundam is playable in 15 Gundam games.

2003 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2003 video game)
2003 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (WonderSwan Color)
2004 — Battle Assault 3 featuring Gundam SEED
2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (GBA)
2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II
2009 — Mobile Suit Gundam Vs. Gundam Next
2009 — SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online
2010 — Gundam Assault Survive
2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny
2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Full Boost
2013 — Dynasty Warriors Gundam Reborn
2016 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost ON
2017 — Gundam Versus
2018 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2
2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2 XBoost

Development Lineage

Develops into & variants

Operators: 7th Panzer Division, Archangel Corps, Atlantic Federation, Earth Alliance, Le Creuset Team, OMNI Enforcer, Phantom Pain(Re-manufactured unit), Three Ships Alliance, Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty

GAT-X103 Buster Gundam Model Kits

7 catalogued model kits for the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam (plus 2 figures and other collectibles):

MG 1/100 GAT-X103 Buster Gundam — MG grade · 1/100 · released 2012 · ¥4,400
HG 1/144 R03 GAT-X103 Buster Gundam — HG grade · 1/144 · released 2011 · ¥1,320
1/100 GAT-X103 Buster Gundam — 1/100 · released 2003 · ¥2,200
HG 1/144 GAT-X103 Buster Gundam — HG grade · 1/144 · released 2003 · ¥1,100
1/144 GAT-X103 Buster Gundam — 1/144 · released 2002 · ¥550
HGGS GAT-X103 Buster Gundam — HG grade
HGGS GAT-X103 Buster Gundam/HD Remastered Ver. — HG grade

See all GAT-X103 Buster Gundam kits, prices and community builds

Frequently asked questions about the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam

What is the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam?: The GAT-X103 Buster Gundam is a prototype artillery mobile suit from the Cosmic Era timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Morgenröte Inc. Actaeon Industries (Re-manufactured unit). It is considered canon within the franchise.
What mobile suits were developed from the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam?: 8 units were developed from or built as variants of the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam: GAT-X131 Calamity Gundam, GAT/A-01E2 Buster Dagger, Kaiser Buster, YMF-X000A Dreadnought Gundam, ZGMF-103HD Lightning Buster Gundam, ZGMF-600 GuAIZ, GAT-X103AP Verde Buster Gundam and LH-GAT-X103 Hail Buster Gundam.
Which factions operated the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam?: The GAT-X103 Buster Gundam was operated by 7th Panzer Division, Archangel Corps, Atlantic Federation, Earth Alliance, Le Creuset Team, OMNI Enforcer, Phantom Pain(Re-manufactured unit), Three Ships Alliance and Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty.
How big is the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam?: The GAT-X103 Buster Gundam stands 18.86 m tall, is armoured in Phase Shift Armor.
Which Gundam series does the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam appear in?: The GAT-X103 Buster Gundam appears in 12 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002): Gundam SEED Astray, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (Manga), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (Novel) and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Never Ending Tomorrow (plus 6 more).
Which Gundam games is the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam in?: The GAT-X103 Buster Gundam is playable in 15 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2003 video game), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (WonderSwan Color), Battle Assault 3 featuring Gundam SEED, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (GBA), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II, Mobile Suit Gundam Vs. Gundam Next, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online and Gundam Assault Survive (plus 7 more). It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002), not in a game.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam?: Yes — 7 model kits are catalogued for the GAT-X103 Buster Gundam, alongside 2 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

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