MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances
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The MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) is a limited production general-purpose space mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Principality of Zeon. Within the franchise it is considered canon.
Within the story, the MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) first appears in 0079 Universal Century (Thunderbolt).
The MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) in turn led to 2 derived units — MS-06E Zaku Reconnaissance Type (Thunderbolt Ver.) and MS-06M Zaku Marine Type (Thunderbolt Ver.). Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.
The MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) has appeared in 4 Gundam releases across 2012–2016, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt (Manga) (2012). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt Side Story: Sean The Sand Rat, Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt and Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt: December Sky.
It was fielded by Principality of Zeon, Living Dead Division and South Seas Alliance.
5 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.), alongside 1 figure or other collectible.
Specifications
- Model number
- MS-06
- Classification
- Limited Production General-Purpose Space Mobile Suit
- Manufacturer
- Principality of Zeon
- Universe
- Universal Century
- Canon status
- canon
- Armor
- super-hard steel alloy
- First seen
- 0079 Universal Century (Thunderbolt)
Special Equipment & Features
- Specialized Backpack
- — 2 × Sub Arm
- — Propellant Tank
Production Timeline
The MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) has appeared in 4 releases from 2012 to 2016.
Development Lineage
Develops into & variants
MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) Model Kits
5 catalogued model kits for the MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) (plus 1 figure and other collectibles):
- HG 1/144 Zaku II + Big Gun (Gundam Thunderbolt Anime Ver.)
- HG 1/144 Zaku II (Gundam Thunderbolt Ver.)
- HGGT MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.)
- HG 1/144 Zaku II + Big Gun (Gundam Thunderbolt Ver.)
- HGGT MS-06 Zaku II & Big Gun Set (Thunderbolt Ver.)
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Frequently asked questions about the MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.)
- What is the MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.)?
- The MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) is a limited production general-purpose space mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Principality of Zeon. It is considered canon within the franchise.
- What mobile suits were developed from the MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.)?
- 2 units were developed from or built as variants of the MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.): MS-06E Zaku Reconnaissance Type (Thunderbolt Ver.) and MS-06M Zaku Marine Type (Thunderbolt Ver.).
- Which factions operated the MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.)?
- The MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) was operated by Principality of Zeon, Living Dead Division and South Seas Alliance.
- How big is the MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.)?
- The MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) is armoured in super-hard steel alloy.
- Which Gundam series does the MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) appear in?
- The MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) appears in 4 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt (Manga) (2012): Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt (Manga), Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt Side Story: Sean The Sand Rat, Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt and Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt: December Sky.
- Are there Gunpla model kits of the MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.)?
- Yes — 5 model kits are catalogued for the MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.), 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-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse MS-06 Zaku II (Thunderbolt Ver.) Gunpla kits & merchandise (6). Reference: Gundam Wiki.