What is the MS-06S Char's Zaku II?

The MS-06S Char's Zaku II is a custom commander-use mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It is considered canon within the franchise. For the upcoming battle of Loum, Lt. Char Aznable would be among the special aces allowed to customize their personal units.

What was the MS-06S Char's Zaku II developed from?

The MS-06S Char's Zaku II was developed from MS-06S Zaku II Commander Type. Its full development lineage is mapped on the MS-06S Char's Zaku II evolution tree.

What mobile suits were developed from the MS-06S Char's Zaku II?

1 unit was developed from or built as variants of the MS-06S Char's Zaku II: MS-06BR Ballistic Zaku.

Which factions operated the MS-06S Char's Zaku II?

The MS-06S Char's Zaku II was operated by Falmer Fleet, Principality of Zeon and Space Strike Fleet.

How big is the MS-06S Char's Zaku II?

The MS-06S Char's Zaku II stands 17.50 m tall.

Which Gundam series does the MS-06S Char's Zaku II appear in?

The MS-06S Char's Zaku II appears in 5 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) (2001): Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga), Gundam EXA, Mobile Suit Discovery, Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin Advent of the Red Comet and Gundam: Beyond.

Which Gundam games is the MS-06S Char's Zaku II in?

The MS-06S Char's Zaku II is playable in 7 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield, Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Full Boost, Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost, Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost ON, Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2, Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2 XBoost and Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. ENGAGE. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) (2001), not in a game.

Are there Gunpla model kits of the MS-06S Char's Zaku II?

Yes — 5 model kits are catalogued for the MS-06S Char's Zaku II, alongside 3 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

MS-06S Char's Zaku II — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

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MS-06S Char's Zaku II at a glance

Timeline: Universal Century
First appearance: Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) (2001)
Developed from: MS-06S Zaku II Commander Type
Led to: 1 unit — MS-06BR Ballistic Zaku
Gunpla kits: 5 catalogued

Interactive development tree and full data sheet: www.mobilesuit.dev/mobile-suit/ms-06s-chars-zaku-ii

MS-06S Char's Zaku II Custom Commander-use Mobile Suit from Gundam Universal Century — MS-06S Char's Zaku II

The MS-06S Char's Zaku II is a custom commander-use mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. Within the franchise it is considered canon.

MS-06S Char's Zaku II is a mobile suit featured in the Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin manga and its OVA adaptation. It was piloted by Char Aznable during the One Year War.

Within the story, the MS-06S Char's Zaku II first appears in 0079 U.C.

The MS-06S Char's Zaku II was developed from MS-06S Zaku II Commander Type. It in turn led to 1 derived unit — MS-06BR Ballistic Zaku. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The MS-06S Char's Zaku II has appeared in 12 Gundam releases across 2001–2021, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) (2001). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield, Gundam EXA, Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Full Boost and Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost and 7 more.

It was fielded by Falmer Fleet, Principality of Zeon and Space Strike Fleet.

5 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the MS-06S Char's Zaku II, alongside 3 figures and other collectibles.

Specifications

Model number: MS-06S
Classification: Custom Commander-use Mobile Suit
Production type: Custom
Universe: Universal Century
Canon status: canon
Overall height: 17.50 m
First seen: 0079 U.C.
Last seen: 0079 U.C.

Production Timeline

The MS-06S Char's Zaku II has appeared in 5 releases from 2001 to 2020.

2001 — Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) — Manga · 1 episodes (debut)
2011 — Gundam EXA — Manga
2015 — Mobile Suit Discovery — Other
2019 — Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin Advent of the Red Comet — TV Anime · 13 episodes
2020 — Gundam: Beyond — TV Anime

Games featuring the MS-06S Char's Zaku II

The MS-06S Char's Zaku II is playable in 7 Gundam games.

2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield
2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Full Boost
2014 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost
2016 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost ON
2018 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2
2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2 XBoost
2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. ENGAGE

Development Lineage

Developed from

MS-06S Zaku II Commander Type

Develops into & variants

MS-06BR Ballistic Zaku

Operators: Falmer Fleet, Principality of Zeon, Space Strike Fleet

MS-06S Char's Zaku II Model Kits

5 catalogued model kits for the MS-06S Char's Zaku II (plus 3 figures and other collectibles):

SDCS MS-06S Char's Zaku II — SDCS grade · Non-scale · released 2020 · ¥800
HGGTO MS-06S Char's Zaku II (Red Comet Ver.) — HG grade · 1/144 · released 2019 · ¥1,800
HG 1/144 MS-06S Char's Zaku II (Gundam The Origin) — HG grade · 1/144 · released 2015 · ¥1,870
Mega Size Model 1/48 MS-06S Char's Zaku II — Mega grade · 1/48 · released 2010 · ¥8,580
PG 1/60 MS-06S Char's Zaku II — PG grade · 1/60 · released 1999 · ¥13,200

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Frequently asked questions about the MS-06S Char's Zaku II

What is the MS-06S Char's Zaku II?: The MS-06S Char's Zaku II is a custom commander-use mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It is considered canon within the franchise. For the upcoming battle of Loum, Lt. Char Aznable would be among the special aces allowed to customize their personal units.
What was the MS-06S Char's Zaku II developed from?: The MS-06S Char's Zaku II was developed from MS-06S Zaku II Commander Type. Its full development lineage is mapped on the MS-06S Char's Zaku II evolution tree.
What mobile suits were developed from the MS-06S Char's Zaku II?: 1 unit was developed from or built as variants of the MS-06S Char's Zaku II: MS-06BR Ballistic Zaku.
Which factions operated the MS-06S Char's Zaku II?: The MS-06S Char's Zaku II was operated by Falmer Fleet, Principality of Zeon and Space Strike Fleet.
How big is the MS-06S Char's Zaku II?: The MS-06S Char's Zaku II stands 17.50 m tall.
Which Gundam series does the MS-06S Char's Zaku II appear in?: The MS-06S Char's Zaku II appears in 5 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) (2001): Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga), Gundam EXA, Mobile Suit Discovery, Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin Advent of the Red Comet and Gundam: Beyond.
Which Gundam games is the MS-06S Char's Zaku II in?: The MS-06S Char's Zaku II is playable in 7 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield, Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Full Boost, Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost, Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost ON, Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2, Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2 XBoost and Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. ENGAGE. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) (2001), not in a game.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the MS-06S Char's Zaku II?: Yes — 5 model kits are catalogued for the MS-06S Char's Zaku II, alongside 3 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

Explore the full interactive development tree for the MS-06S Char's Zaku II above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse MS-06S Char's Zaku II Gunpla kits & merchandise (8). Reference: Gundam Wiki.