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MSM-02 Hydro Test Type — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

MSM-02

MSM-02 Hydro Test Type at a glance

Timeline
Universal Century
First appearance
Kunio Okawara Collection (1990)
Developed from
MS-06M Zaku Marine Type
Gunpla kits
None catalogued yet — know one? suggest it

Interactive development tree and full data sheet: www.mobilesuit.dev/mobile-suit/msm-02-hydro-test-type

MSM-02 Hydro Test Type Prototype Amphibious Mobile Suit from Gundam Universal Century
MSM-02 Hydro Test Type

The MSM-02 Hydro Test Type is a prototype amphibious mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Zimmad Company. Within the franchise it is considered canon.

The MSM-02 Hydro Test Type (aka Aqua Experiment Type) is a mobile suit that is first featured in the Kunio Okawara's M-MSV original design series.

Within the story, the MSM-02 Hydro Test Type first appears in 0079 U.C.

The MSM-02 Hydro Test Type was developed from MS-06M Zaku Marine Type. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The MSM-02 Hydro Test Type has appeared in 5 Gundam releases across 1990–2024, debuting in Kunio Okawara Collection (1990). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam - Acguy: 2250 Miles Across North America, Acguy Hakase, Dr. Acguy and Mobile Suit Gundam F90 Cluster.

It was fielded by Principality of Zeon.

No Gunpla kit of the MSM-02 Hydro Test Type has been catalogued yet, but 1 figure or collectible is listed.

Specifications

Model number
MSM-02
Classification
Prototype Amphibious Mobile Suit
Production type
Prototype
Weapon class
Amphibious
Manufacturer
Zimmad Company
Canon status
canon
Weight
95.40 t
Power output
1370 kW 1,837.2 hp
Armor
Titanium Alloy Ceramic Composite
First seen
0079 U.C.

Production Timeline

The MSM-02 Hydro Test Type has appeared in 5 releases from 1990 to 2024.

  1. 1990 — Kunio Okawara Collection — Other (debut)
  2. 2007 — Mobile Suit Gundam - Acguy: 2250 Miles Across North America — TV Anime · 1 episodes
  3. 2016 — Acguy Hakase — Other
  4. 2016 — Dr. Acguy — TV Anime
  5. 2024 — Mobile Suit Gundam F90 Cluster — TV Anime

Development Lineage

Developed from

Operators: Principality of Zeon

Frequently asked questions about the MSM-02 Hydro Test Type

What is the MSM-02 Hydro Test Type?
The MSM-02 Hydro Test Type is a prototype amphibious mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Zimmad Company. It is considered canon within the franchise. The MSM-02 Hydro Test Type's may be Zimmad's first amphibious mobile suit, but it fails to meet the requirements for an underwater combat suit and its performance on land is also poor.
What was the MSM-02 Hydro Test Type developed from?
The MSM-02 Hydro Test Type was developed from MS-06M Zaku Marine Type. Its full development lineage is mapped on the MSM-02 Hydro Test Type evolution tree.
Which factions operated the MSM-02 Hydro Test Type?
The MSM-02 Hydro Test Type was operated by Principality of Zeon.
How big is the MSM-02 Hydro Test Type?
The MSM-02 Hydro Test Type weighs 95.40 t, produces 1370 kW 1,837.2 hp, is armoured in Titanium Alloy Ceramic Composite.
Which Gundam series does the MSM-02 Hydro Test Type appear in?
The MSM-02 Hydro Test Type appears in 5 Gundam releases, debuting in Kunio Okawara Collection (1990): Kunio Okawara Collection, Mobile Suit Gundam - Acguy: 2250 Miles Across North America, Acguy Hakase, Dr. Acguy and Mobile Suit Gundam F90 Cluster.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the MSM-02 Hydro Test Type?
No Gunpla kit of the MSM-02 Hydro Test Type has been catalogued yet, but 1 figure or collectible is listed on its Gunpla page.

Explore the full interactive development tree for the MSM-02 Hydro Test Type above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse MSM-02 Hydro Test Type Gunpla kits & merchandise (1). Reference: Gundam Wiki.