RGM-79 Powered GM — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances
RGM-79
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.
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
- 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.
- 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. View its evolution tree & lineage. Browse RGM-79 Powered GM Gunpla kits & merchandise (5). Reference: Gundam Wiki.