What is the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel]?

The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] is a prototype high mobility mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Oakland Newtype Lab. It is considered canon within the franchise. The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] is a prototype mobile suit developed by the Oakland Research Institute. Originally designated as ORX-008 Gundam [Gullinbursti], it was designed for use by Cyber Newtypes with enhanced bodies and intended for dep…

What was the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] developed from?

The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] was developed from ORX-008 Gundam ［Gullinbursti］. Its full development lineage is mapped on the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] evolution tree.

What mobile suits were developed from the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel]?

2 units were developed from or built as variants of the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel]: MSW-004 Gundam (Kestrel) Armor Exterior and MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] Maneuver Exterior.

Which factions operated the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel]?

The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] was operated by Titans and Anti-Earth Union Group.

Which Gundam series does the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] appear in?

The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] appears in 2 Gundam releases, debuting in Advance of Zeta: The Traitor to Destiny (2010): Advance of Zeta: The Traitor to Destiny and Advance of Zeta The Traitor to Destiny: Blue Wings of the AEUG.

Are there Gunpla model kits of the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel]?

Yes — 1 model kit is catalogued for the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel], alongside 2 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

MSW-004

MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] at a glance

Timeline: Universal Century
First appearance: Advance of Zeta: The Traitor to Destiny (2010)
Developed from: ORX-008 Gundam ［Gullinbursti］
Led to: 2 units — MSW-004 Gundam (Kestrel) Armor Exterior, MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] Maneuver Exterior
Gunpla kits: 1 catalogued

Interactive development tree and full data sheet: www.mobilesuit.dev/mobile-suit/msw-004-gundam-kestrel

MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] Prototype High Mobility Mobile Suit from Gundam Universal Century — MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel]

The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] is a prototype high mobility mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Oakland Newtype Lab. Within the franchise it is considered canon.

The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] is a mobile suit that appears in the Advance of Zeta: The Traitor to Destiny series of light novels. It is piloted by Van Asiliaino.

Within the story, the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] first appears in 0087 U.C.

The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] was developed from ORX-008 Gundam ［Gullinbursti］. It in turn led to 2 derived units — MSW-004 Gundam (Kestrel) Armor Exterior and MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] Maneuver Exterior. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] has appeared in 2 Gundam releases across 2010–2011, debuting in Advance of Zeta: The Traitor to Destiny (2010). Later appearances include Advance of Zeta The Traitor to Destiny: Blue Wings of the AEUG.

It was fielded by Titans and Anti-Earth Union Group.

1 Gunpla model kit has been catalogued for the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel], alongside 2 figures and other collectibles.

Specifications

Model number: MSW-004
Classification: Prototype High Mobility Mobile Suit
Production type: Prototype
Weapon class: Gundam
Manufacturer: Oakland Newtype Lab
Universe: Universal Century
Canon status: canon
Power source: Minovsky Ultracompact Fusion Reactor
First seen: 0087 U.C.

Special Equipment & Features

Core Block System
Shaman Frame

Production Timeline

The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] has appeared in 2 releases from 2010 to 2011.

2010 — Advance of Zeta: The Traitor to Destiny — Other (debut)
2011 — Advance of Zeta The Traitor to Destiny: Blue Wings of the AEUG — Other

Development Lineage

Developed from

ORX-008 Gundam ［Gullinbursti］

Develops into & variants

Operators: Titans, Anti-Earth Union Group

MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] Model Kits

1 catalogued model kit for the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] (plus 2 figures and other collectibles):

1/144 MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] — 1/144 · released 2012 · ¥1,390

See all MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] kits, prices and community builds

Frequently asked questions about the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel]

What is the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel]?: The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] is a prototype high mobility mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Oakland Newtype Lab. It is considered canon within the franchise. The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] is a prototype mobile suit developed by the Oakland Research Institute. Originally designated as ORX-008 Gundam [Gullinbursti], it was designed for use by Cyber Newtypes with enhanced bodies and intended for dep…
What was the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] developed from?: The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] was developed from ORX-008 Gundam ［Gullinbursti］. Its full development lineage is mapped on the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] evolution tree.
What mobile suits were developed from the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel]?: 2 units were developed from or built as variants of the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel]: MSW-004 Gundam (Kestrel) Armor Exterior and MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] Maneuver Exterior.
Which factions operated the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel]?: The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] was operated by Titans and Anti-Earth Union Group.
Which Gundam series does the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] appear in?: The MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] appears in 2 Gundam releases, debuting in Advance of Zeta: The Traitor to Destiny (2010): Advance of Zeta: The Traitor to Destiny and Advance of Zeta The Traitor to Destiny: Blue Wings of the AEUG.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel]?: Yes — 1 model kit is catalogued for the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel], alongside 2 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

Explore the full interactive development tree for the MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse MSW-004 Gundam [Kestrel] Gunpla kits & merchandise (3). Reference: Gundam Wiki.