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MS-06D Zaku Desert Type — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

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MS-06D Zaku Desert Type Mass Production General-Purpose Desert Mobile Suit from Gundam Universal Century
MS-06D Zaku Desert Type

The MS-06D Zaku Desert Type is a mass production general-purpose desert mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Zeonic Company Principality of Zeon field engineers. Within the franchise it is considered canon.

Within the story, the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type first appears in 0079 U.C. and was last seen in 0096 U.C.

The MS-06D Zaku Desert Type was developed from MS-06J Zaku II Ground Type. It in turn led to 2 derived units — MS-06D Desert Zaku and MS-06DX Zaku Desert Type Kai. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The MS-06D Zaku Desert Type has appeared in 18 Gundam releases across 1983–2022, debuting in Mobile Suit Variation (1983). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam - Burning Pursuit, Gundam Legacy, Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield and MSV-R SEASON 2 / U.C.0079-0091 and 13 more.

It was fielded by Neo Zeon, Principality of Zeon and Zeon Remnants.

5 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type, alongside 6 figures and other collectibles.

Specifications

Model number
MS-06D
Classification
Mass Production General-Purpose Desert Mobile Suit
Manufacturer
Zeonic Company Principality of Zeon field engineers
Universe
Universal Century
Canon status
canon
Overall height
18.20 m
Weight
79.40 t
Power source
Minovsky Ultracompact Fusion Reactor
Power output
976 kW 1,308.837 hp
Armor
Super-hard steel alloy
First seen
0079 U.C.
Last seen
0096 U.C.

Production Timeline

The MS-06D Zaku Desert Type has appeared in 15 releases from 1983 to 2022.

  1. 1983 — Mobile Suit Variation (debut)
  2. 1986 — Mobile Suit Gundam - Burning Pursuit
  3. 2004 — Gundam Legacy
  4. 2009 — MSV-R SEASON 2 / U.C.0079-0091
  5. 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. 0096: The Sleeves Crew Chief Recites a Poem
  6. 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn
  7. 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn: The Noble Shroud
  8. 2010 — MSV-R: The Return of Johnny Ridden
  9. 2011 — Mobile Suit Gundam The MSV: The Mobile Suit Variations
  10. 2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. 0094: Across the Sky
  11. 2014 — Mobile Suit Gundam Side Stories
  12. 2014 — Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: Missing Link
  13. 2015 — Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: The Blue Destiny (2015 Manga)
  14. 2020 — Mobile Suit Gundam Ground Zero: Rise From the Ashes
  15. 2022 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Rust Horizon

Games featuring the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type

The MS-06D Zaku Desert Type is playable in 3 Gundam games.

  1. 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield
  2. 2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation
  3. 2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation Code Fairy

Development Lineage

Developed from

Develops into & variants

Related mobile suits

Other machines catalogued alongside the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type — same series where one exists, otherwise the same timeline. Each links to its own development tree.

Operators: Neo Zeon, Principality of Zeon, Zeon Remnants

MS-06D Zaku Desert Type Model Kits

5 catalogued model kits for the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type (plus 6 figures and other collectibles):

See all MS-06D Zaku Desert Type kits, prices and community builds

Frequently asked questions about the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type

What is the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type?
The MS-06D Zaku Desert Type is a mass production general-purpose desert mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Zeonic Company Principality of Zeon field engineers. It is considered canon within the franchise.
What was the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type developed from?
The MS-06D Zaku Desert Type was developed from MS-06J Zaku II Ground Type. Its full development lineage is mapped on the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type evolution tree.
What mobile suits were developed from the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type?
2 units were developed from or built as variants of the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type: MS-06D Desert Zaku and MS-06DX Zaku Desert Type Kai.
Which factions operated the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type?
The MS-06D Zaku Desert Type was operated by Neo Zeon, Principality of Zeon and Zeon Remnants.
How big is the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type?
The MS-06D Zaku Desert Type stands 18.20 m tall, weighs 79.40 t, produces 976 kW 1,308.837 hp, is armoured in Super-hard steel alloy.
Which Gundam series does the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type appear in?
The MS-06D Zaku Desert Type appears in 15 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Variation (1983): Mobile Suit Variation, Mobile Suit Gundam - Burning Pursuit, Gundam Legacy, MSV-R SEASON 2 / U.C.0079-0091, Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. 0096: The Sleeves Crew Chief Recites a Poem and Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn (plus 9 more).
Which Gundam games is the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type in?
The MS-06D Zaku Desert Type is playable in 3 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield, Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation and Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation Code Fairy. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Variation (1983), not in a game.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type?
Yes — 5 model kits are catalogued for the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type, alongside 6 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

Explore the full interactive development tree for the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. View its evolution tree & lineage. Browse MS-06D Zaku Desert Type Gunpla kits & merchandise (11). Reference: Gundam Wiki.