MBF-M1 M1 Astray — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances
MBF-M1
The MBF-M1 M1 Astray is a mass production general-purpose mobile suit from the Cosmic Era timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Morgenröte Inc. Within the franchise it is considered canon.
Within the story, the MBF-M1 M1 Astray first appears in June 16, 71 C.E.
The MBF-M1 M1 Astray was developed from MBF-P01 Gundam Astray Gold Frame, MBF-P02 Gundam Astray Red Frame, MBF-P03 Gundam Astray Blue Frame and MBF-P04 Gundam Astray Green Frame. It in turn led to 5 derived units — MVF-M11C Murasame, MVF-P11-1428T Murasame Flight-Capable Test Type, MWF-JG71 Raysta, MBF-M1+EF-24R M1 Astray Shrike and MBF-M1A M1A Astray. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.
The MBF-M1 M1 Astray has appeared in 26 Gundam releases across 2002–2018, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002). Later appearances include Gundam SEED Astray, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray B and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray B (Photo-Novel) and 21 more.
It was fielded by Three Ships Alliance, Coalition of Volunteers, Kusanagi Corps, M1 Astray Team and Orb National Defense ForceSecond Space FleetKusanagi CorpsM1 Astray Team and 1 more.
2 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the MBF-M1 M1 Astray, alongside 2 figures and other collectibles.
Specifications
- Model number
- MBF-M1
- Classification
- Mass Production General-Purpose Mobile Suit
- Manufacturer
- Morgenröte Inc.
- Universe
- Cosmic Era
- Canon status
- canon
- Power source
- Ultracompact Energy Battery
- Armor
- Foam Metal
- First seen
- June 16, 71 C.E.
Production Timeline
The MBF-M1 M1 Astray has appeared in 18 releases from 2002 to 2018.
- 2002 — Gundam SEED Astray
- 2002 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (debut)
- 2002 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray
- 2002 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray B
- 2002 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray B (Photo-Novel)
- 2002 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray R
- 2003 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (Novel)
- 2003 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED X Astray
- 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny
- 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Astray
- 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: The Edge
- 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Never Ending Tomorrow
- 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Tomo to Kimi to Koko de
- 2005 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Generation of C.E.
- 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED C.E. 73 Δ Astray
- 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny MSV
- 2013 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Astray B
- 2018 — Gundam Build Divers
Games featuring the MBF-M1 M1 Astray
The MBF-M1 M1 Astray is playable in 8 Gundam games.
- 2004 — Battle Assault 3 featuring Gundam SEED
- 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II
- 2009 — SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online
- 2010 — Gundam Assault Survive
- 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs.
- 2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny
- 2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Full Boost
- 2013 — Dynasty Warriors Gundam Reborn
Development Lineage
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MBF-M1 M1 Astray Model Kits
2 catalogued model kits for the MBF-M1 M1 Astray (plus 2 figures and other collectibles):
Frequently asked questions about the MBF-M1 M1 Astray
- What is the MBF-M1 M1 Astray?
- The MBF-M1 M1 Astray is a mass production general-purpose mobile suit from the Cosmic Era timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Morgenröte Inc. It is considered canon within the franchise.
- What was the MBF-M1 M1 Astray developed from?
- The MBF-M1 M1 Astray was developed from MBF-P01 Gundam Astray Gold Frame, MBF-P02 Gundam Astray Red Frame, MBF-P03 Gundam Astray Blue Frame and MBF-P04 Gundam Astray Green Frame. Its full development lineage is mapped on the MBF-M1 M1 Astray evolution tree.
- What mobile suits were developed from the MBF-M1 M1 Astray?
- 5 units were developed from or built as variants of the MBF-M1 M1 Astray: MVF-M11C Murasame, MVF-P11-1428T Murasame Flight-Capable Test Type, MWF-JG71 Raysta, MBF-M1+EF-24R M1 Astray Shrike and MBF-M1A M1A Astray.
- Which factions operated the MBF-M1 M1 Astray?
- The MBF-M1 M1 Astray was operated by Three Ships Alliance, Coalition of Volunteers, Kusanagi Corps, M1 Astray Team, Orb National Defense ForceSecond Space FleetKusanagi CorpsM1 Astray Team and Second Space FleetKusanagi CorpsM1 Astray Team.
- How big is the MBF-M1 M1 Astray?
- The MBF-M1 M1 Astray is armoured in Foam Metal.
- Which Gundam series does the MBF-M1 M1 Astray appear in?
- The MBF-M1 M1 Astray appears in 18 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002): Gundam SEED Astray, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray B, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray B (Photo-Novel) and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray R (plus 12 more).
- Which Gundam games is the MBF-M1 M1 Astray in?
- The MBF-M1 M1 Astray is playable in 8 Gundam games: Battle Assault 3 featuring Gundam SEED, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online, Gundam Assault Survive, Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs., Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny, Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Full Boost and Dynasty Warriors Gundam Reborn. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002), not in a game.
- Are there Gunpla model kits of the MBF-M1 M1 Astray?
- Yes — 2 model kits are catalogued for the MBF-M1 M1 Astray, 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 MBF-M1 M1 Astray above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse MBF-M1 M1 Astray Gunpla kits & merchandise (4). Reference: Gundam Wiki.