What is the RGM-196 Freedom?

The RGM-196 Freedom is a mass production general-purpose mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Anaheim Electronics. It is considered canon within the franchise. The RGM-196 Freedom was created near the end of the Earth Federation, and is almost three decades old during the events of G-Saviour. The Freedom was used by the Earth Federation Forces from its introduction in U.C.

What mobile suits were developed from the RGM-196 Freedom?

1 unit was developed from or built as variants of the RGM-196 Freedom: F-SAVIOUR F-Saviour.

Which factions operated the RGM-196 Freedom?

The RGM-196 Freedom was operated by Earth Federation Forces and Side 8.

How big is the RGM-196 Freedom?

The RGM-196 Freedom weighs 80.90 t, produces 3780 kW 5,069.063 hp, is armoured in Ultra Titanium Alloy Neo-ceramic Composite.

Which Gundam series does the RGM-196 Freedom appear in?

The RGM-196 Freedom appears in 2 Gundam releases, debuting in G-Saviour (1999): G-Saviour and G-Saviour (Novel).

RGM-196 Freedom — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

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RGM-196 Freedom at a glance

Timeline: Universal Century
First appearance: G-Saviour (1999)
Led to: 1 unit — F-SAVIOUR F-Saviour
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Interactive development tree and full data sheet: www.mobilesuit.dev/mobile-suit/rgm-196-freedom

RGM-196 Freedom Mass Production General-Purpose Mobile Suit from Gundam Universal Century — RGM-196 Freedom

The RGM-196 Freedom is a mass production general-purpose mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Anaheim Electronics. Within the franchise it is considered canon.

The RGM-196 Freedom is a mass-produced Earth Federation mobile suit featured in the live-action film G-Saviour its novelization. One Gaean unit was piloted by Franz Dieter.

Within the story, the RGM-196 Freedom first appears in 0196 U.C.

The RGM-196 Freedom in turn led to 1 derived unit — F-SAVIOUR F-Saviour. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The RGM-196 Freedom has appeared in 2 Gundam releases across 1999–2000, debuting in G-Saviour (1999). Later appearances include G-Saviour (Novel).

It was fielded by Earth Federation Forces and Side 8.

Specifications

Model number: RGM-196
Classification: Mass Production General-Purpose Mobile Suit
Production type: Mass production
Manufacturer: Anaheim Electronics
Universe: Universal Century
Canon status: canon
Weight: 80.90 t
Power output: 3780 kW 5,069.063 hp
Armor: Ultra Titanium Alloy Neo-ceramic Composite
First seen: 0196 U.C.

Special Equipment & Features

2 x MPC — 2 plug (External power supply)
PHP — 14 system (Equipment connector)

Production Timeline

The RGM-196 Freedom has appeared in 2 releases from 1999 to 2000.

1999 — G-Saviour — TV Anime (debut)
2000 — G-Saviour (Novel) — Novel

Development Lineage

Develops into & variants

F-SAVIOUR F-Saviour

Operators: Earth Federation Forces, Side 8

Frequently asked questions about the RGM-196 Freedom

What is the RGM-196 Freedom?: The RGM-196 Freedom is a mass production general-purpose mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Anaheim Electronics. It is considered canon within the franchise. The RGM-196 Freedom was created near the end of the Earth Federation, and is almost three decades old during the events of G-Saviour. The Freedom was used by the Earth Federation Forces from its introduction in U.C.
What mobile suits were developed from the RGM-196 Freedom?: 1 unit was developed from or built as variants of the RGM-196 Freedom: F-SAVIOUR F-Saviour.
Which factions operated the RGM-196 Freedom?: The RGM-196 Freedom was operated by Earth Federation Forces and Side 8.
How big is the RGM-196 Freedom?: The RGM-196 Freedom weighs 80.90 t, produces 3780 kW 5,069.063 hp, is armoured in Ultra Titanium Alloy Neo-ceramic Composite.
Which Gundam series does the RGM-196 Freedom appear in?: The RGM-196 Freedom appears in 2 Gundam releases, debuting in G-Saviour (1999): G-Saviour and G-Saviour (Novel).

Explore the full interactive development tree for the RGM-196 Freedom above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. View its evolution tree & lineage. Reference: Gundam Wiki.