RGM-79 Powered GM — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances
RGM-79
RGM-79 Powered GM at a glance
- Timeline
- Universal Century
- First appearance
- Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory (1991)
- Developed from
- RGM-79C GM Type C
- Led to
- 1 unit — RGM-237C Powered GM Cardigan
- Gunpla kits
- 2 catalogued
Interactive development tree and full data sheet: www.mobilesuit.dev/mobile-suit/rgm-79-powered-gm
The RGM-79 Powered GM is a prototype test-use mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Earth Federation. Within the franchise it is considered canon.
The RGM-79 Powered GM is a test use mobile suit introduced in the OVA Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory. Known pilots include Dick Allen.
Within the story, the RGM-79 Powered GM first appears in September 18, 0083 U.C. and was last seen in October 13, 0083 U.C.
The RGM-79 Powered GM was developed from RGM-79C GM Type C. It in turn led to 1 derived unit — RGM-237C Powered GM Cardigan. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.
The RGM-79 Powered GM has appeared in 7 Gundam releases across 1991–2013, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory (1991). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Hero of Stardust, Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield, SD Gundam G Generation Spirits and Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation and 2 more.
It was fielded by Earth Federation Forces.
2 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the RGM-79 Powered GM, alongside 3 figures and other collectibles.
Specifications
- Model number
- RGM-79
- Classification
- Prototype Test-use Mobile Suit
- Production type
- Prototype
- Manufacturer
- Earth Federation
- Universe
- Universal Century
- Canon status
- canon
- Overall height
- 18.50 m
- Weight
- 64.20 t
- Power source
- Minovsky Ultracompact Fusion Reactor
- Power output
- 1650 kW 2,212.686 hp
- Armor
- Titanium-Ceramic Composite
- First seen
- September 18, 0083 U.C.
- Last seen
- October 13, 0083 U.C.
Production Timeline
The RGM-79 Powered GM has appeared in 4 releases from 1991 to 2013.
- 1991 — Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory (debut)
- 2000 — Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Hero of Stardust
- 2013 — Gundam Build Fighters
- 2013 — Mobile Suit Gundam 0083 Rebellion
Games featuring the RGM-79 Powered GM
The RGM-79 Powered GM is playable in 3 Gundam games.
Development Lineage
Developed from
Develops into & variants
RGM-79 Powered GM Model Kits
2 catalogued model kits for the RGM-79 Powered GM (plus 3 figures and other collectibles):
Frequently asked questions about the RGM-79 Powered GM
- What is the RGM-79 Powered GM?
- The RGM-79 Powered GM is a prototype test-use mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Earth Federation. It is considered canon within the franchise. Several RGM-79 Powered GM units were manufactured at the Jaburo factory. Two units were assigned to Torrington Base for field testing, with one each assigned to the Burning Team and the Kalent Team. The former was piloted by Lt.
- What was the RGM-79 Powered GM developed from?
- The RGM-79 Powered GM was developed from RGM-79C GM Type C. Its full development lineage is mapped on the RGM-79 Powered GM evolution tree.
- What mobile suits were developed from the RGM-79 Powered GM?
- 1 unit was developed from or built as variants of the RGM-79 Powered GM: RGM-237C Powered GM Cardigan.
- Which factions operated the RGM-79 Powered GM?
- The RGM-79 Powered GM was operated by Earth Federation Forces.
- How big is the RGM-79 Powered GM?
- The RGM-79 Powered GM stands 18.50 m tall, weighs 64.20 t, produces 1650 kW 2,212.686 hp, is armoured in Titanium-Ceramic Composite.
- Which Gundam series does the RGM-79 Powered GM appear in?
- The RGM-79 Powered GM appears in 4 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory (1991): Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory, Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Hero of Stardust, Gundam Build Fighters and Mobile Suit Gundam 0083 Rebellion.
- Which Gundam games is the RGM-79 Powered GM in?
- The RGM-79 Powered GM is playable in 3 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield, SD Gundam G Generation Spirits and Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory (1991), not in a game.
- Are there Gunpla model kits of the RGM-79 Powered GM?
- Yes — 2 model kits are catalogued for the RGM-79 Powered GM, 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 RGM-79 Powered GM above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse RGM-79 Powered GM Gunpla kits & merchandise (5). Reference: Gundam Wiki.