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Musai Kai-class — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

Musai Kai-class Mass Production Space Light Cruiser from Gundam Universal Century
Musai Kai-class

The Musai Kai-class is a mass production space light cruiser 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 Musai Kai-class first appears in 0080 U.C. and was last seen in 0096 U.C.

The Musai Kai-class was developed from Musai-class. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The Musai Kai-class has appeared in 8 Gundam releases across 1985–2010, debuting in Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (1985). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam Zeta (Manga), Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (Manga), Gundam Legacy and Mobile Suit Gundam: Gundam vs. Zeta Gundam and 3 more.

It was fielded by Sleeves, Axis Zeon, Republic of Zeon, The Wind's Assembly and Titans.

No Gunpla kit of the Musai Kai-class has been catalogued yet, but 3 figures and collectibles are listed.

Specifications

Classification
Mass Production Space Light Cruiser
Manufacturer
Principality of Zeon
Universe
Universal Century
Canon status
canon
Power source
Minovsky-Ionesco Fusion Reactor
Propulsion
2 x Thermonuclear Rocket Engine
First seen
0080 U.C.
Last seen
0096 U.C.

Special Equipment & Features

  • Komusai
  • 2 x External Fuel Tank

Production Timeline

The Musai Kai-class has appeared in 7 releases from 1985 to 2010.

  1. 1985 — Mobile Suit Gundam Zeta (Manga)
  2. 1985 — Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (debut)
  3. 1985 — Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (Manga)
  4. 2004 — Gundam Legacy
  5. 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn (Novel)
  6. 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn
  7. 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn - Bande Dessinee

Games featuring the Musai Kai-class

The Musai Kai-class is playable in 1 Gundam game.

  1. 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Gundam vs. Zeta Gundam

Development Lineage

Developed from

Related mobile suits

Other machines catalogued alongside the Musai Kai-class — same series where one exists, otherwise the same timeline. Each links to its own development tree.

  • Musaka-class — Limited Production Light Space Cruiser
  • MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam — MSZ-010 · Prototype Newtype-use Transformable Multipurpose Mobile Suit
  • MSZ-008 ZII — MSZ-008 · Prototype Transformable Space Mobile Suit
  • MSZ-006A1 Zeta Plus A1 — MSZ-006A1 · Limited Production Transformable Atmospheric Mobile Suit
  • MSZ-006 Zeta Gundam — MSZ-006 · A.E.U.G. Transformable Attack use Prototype Mobile Suit
  • MSN-06S Sinanju — MSN-06S · Custom Newtype-use High Mobility Mobile Suit
  • NRX-044 Asshimar — NRX-044 · Mass Production Transformable General-Purpose Atmospheric Mobile Armor
  • MSN-04 Sazabi — MSN-04 · Prototype Newtype-use Assault Mobile Suit
  • MSN-03 Jagd Doga — MSN-03 · Limited Production Newtype-use Assault Mobile Suit
  • NRX-055 Baund Doc — NRX-055 · Prototype Newtype-use Transformable General-Purpose Mobile Armor
  • MSN-02 Zeong — MSN-02 · Prototype Newtype-use Space Mobile Suit
  • NZ-666 Kshatriya — NZ-666 · Prototype Newtype-use Psycho-Frame Heavy Assault Mobile Suit

Operators: Sleeves, Axis Zeon, Republic of Zeon, The Wind's Assembly, Titans

Frequently asked questions about the Musai Kai-class

What is the Musai Kai-class?
The Musai Kai-class is a mass production space light cruiser from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Principality of Zeon. It is considered canon within the franchise.
What was the Musai Kai-class developed from?
The Musai Kai-class was developed from Musai-class. Its full development lineage is mapped on the Musai Kai-class evolution tree.
Which factions operated the Musai Kai-class?
The Musai Kai-class was operated by Sleeves, Axis Zeon, Republic of Zeon, The Wind's Assembly and Titans.
Which Gundam series does the Musai Kai-class appear in?
The Musai Kai-class appears in 7 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (1985): Mobile Suit Gundam Zeta (Manga), Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam, Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (Manga), Gundam Legacy, Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn (Novel) and Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn (plus 1 more).
Which Gundam games is the Musai Kai-class in?
The Musai Kai-class is playable in 1 Gundam game: Mobile Suit Gundam: Gundam vs. Zeta Gundam. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (1985), not in a game.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the Musai Kai-class?
No Gunpla kit of the Musai Kai-class has been catalogued yet, but 3 figures and collectibles are listed on its Gunpla page.

Explore the full interactive development tree for the Musai Kai-class above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. View its evolution tree & lineage. Browse Musai Kai-class Gunpla kits & merchandise (3). Reference: Gundam Wiki.