What is the MS-05S Char's Zaku I?

The MS-05S Char's Zaku I is a principality of zeon char aznable's mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Zeonic, Inc. It is considered canon within the franchise. TheBattle of Mare Smythiiwas an incident that not only demonstrated the usefulness of mobile suits but also made it clearer how they should be used as weapons.

What was the MS-05S Char's Zaku I developed from?

The MS-05S Char's Zaku I was developed from MS-05 Zaku I (Main timeline). Its full development lineage is mapped on the MS-05S Char's Zaku I evolution tree.

Which factions operated the MS-05S Char's Zaku I?

The MS-05S Char's Zaku I was operated by Lunar Attack Force.

Which Gundam series does the MS-05S Char's Zaku I appear in?

The MS-05S Char's Zaku I appears in 3 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) (2001): Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga), Mobile Suit Discovery and Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin.

Which Gundam games is the MS-05S Char's Zaku I in?

The MS-05S Char's Zaku I is playable in 1 Gundam game: Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) (2001), not in a game.

Are there Gunpla model kits of the MS-05S Char's Zaku I?

Yes — 3 model kits are catalogued for the MS-05S Char's Zaku I, alongside 1 figure or other collectible, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

MS-05S Char's Zaku I — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

MS-05S

MS-05S Char's Zaku I at a glance

Timeline: Universal Century
First appearance: Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) (2001)
Developed from: MS-05 Zaku I (Main timeline)
Gunpla kits: 3 catalogued

Interactive development tree and full data sheet: www.mobilesuit.dev/mobile-suit/ms-05s-chars-zaku-i

MS-05S Char's Zaku I Principality of Zeon Char Aznable's Mobile Suit from Gundam Universal Century — MS-05S Char's Zaku I

The MS-05S Char's Zaku I is a principality of zeon char aznable's mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Zeonic, Inc. Within the franchise it is considered canon.

MS-05S Char's Zaku I (MS-05S ザクⅠ（シャア専用機）, MS-05S Char's Zaku I?) is a mobile suit featured in the Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin manga, its OVA adaptation and Mobile Suit Discovery . It was Char Aznable's own customized MS-05 Zaku I

Within the story, the MS-05S Char's Zaku I first appears in 0079 U.C.

The MS-05S Char's Zaku I was developed from MS-05 Zaku I (Main timeline). Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The MS-05S Char's Zaku I has appeared in 4 Gundam releases across 2001–2018, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) (2001). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Discovery, Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin and Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2.

It was fielded by Lunar Attack Force.

3 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the MS-05S Char's Zaku I, alongside 1 figure or other collectible.

Specifications

Model number: MS-05S
Classification: Principality of Zeon Char Aznable's Mobile Suit
Manufacturer: Zeonic, Inc.
Universe: Universal Century
Canon status: canon
Propulsion: 2 main thrusters in backpack
First seen: 0079 U.C.
Last seen: 0079 U.C.

Special Equipment & Features

Backpack

Production Timeline

The MS-05S Char's Zaku I has appeared in 3 releases from 2001 to 2015.

2001 — Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) — Manga · 1 episodes (debut)
2015 — Mobile Suit Discovery — Other
2015 — Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin — OVA · 7 episodes

Games featuring the MS-05S Char's Zaku I

The MS-05S Char's Zaku I is playable in 1 Gundam game.

2018 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2

Development Lineage

Developed from

MS-05 Zaku I (Main timeline)

Operators: Lunar Attack Force

MS-05S Char's Zaku I Model Kits

3 catalogued model kits for the MS-05S Char's Zaku I (plus 1 figure and other collectibles):

HG 1/144 MS-05S Char's Zaku I — HG grade · 1/144 · released 2016 · ¥1,870
HGGTO MS-05S Zaku I — HG grade · 1/144 · released 2016 · ¥1,700
HG 1/144 MS-05S Char's Zaku I (Limited Model) — HG grade · 1/144

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Frequently asked questions about the MS-05S Char's Zaku I

What is the MS-05S Char's Zaku I?: The MS-05S Char's Zaku I is a principality of zeon char aznable's mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Zeonic, Inc. It is considered canon within the franchise. TheBattle of Mare Smythiiwas an incident that not only demonstrated the usefulness of mobile suits but also made it clearer how they should be used as weapons.
What was the MS-05S Char's Zaku I developed from?: The MS-05S Char's Zaku I was developed from MS-05 Zaku I (Main timeline). Its full development lineage is mapped on the MS-05S Char's Zaku I evolution tree.
Which factions operated the MS-05S Char's Zaku I?: The MS-05S Char's Zaku I was operated by Lunar Attack Force.
Which Gundam series does the MS-05S Char's Zaku I appear in?: The MS-05S Char's Zaku I appears in 3 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) (2001): Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga), Mobile Suit Discovery and Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin.
Which Gundam games is the MS-05S Char's Zaku I in?: The MS-05S Char's Zaku I is playable in 1 Gundam game: Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) (2001), not in a game.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the MS-05S Char's Zaku I?: Yes — 3 model kits are catalogued for the MS-05S Char's Zaku I, alongside 1 figure or other collectible, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

Explore the full interactive development tree for the MS-05S Char's Zaku I above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse MS-05S Char's Zaku I Gunpla kits & merchandise (4). Reference: Gundam Wiki.