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RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

RGM-79[G]

RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type Limited Production General-Purpose Ground Mobile Suit from Gundam Universal Century
RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type

The RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type is a limited production general-purpose ground 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[G] GM Ground Type first appears in August, 0079 U.C. and was last seen in 0083 U.C.

The RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type was developed from RX-79[G] Gundam Ground Type. It in turn led to 4 derived units — RGM-79BD-0 Blue Destiny Unit 0, RGM-79[G]RR GM RR (Reds), RGM-79［G］ST GM Ground Type (Stealth) and RGM-79[G] GM Sniper. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type has appeared in 32 Gundam releases across 1996–2023, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team (1996). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team – Miller's Report, Mobile Suit Gundam: Federation vs Zeon, Mobile Suit Gundam: Zeonic Front and Mobile Suit Gundam: Lost War Chronicles (Manga) and 27 more.

It was fielded by Earth Federation Ground ForceSlave Wraith and Slave Wraith.

3 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type, alongside 3 figures and other collectibles.

Specifications

Model number
RGM-79[G]
Classification
Limited Production General-Purpose Ground Mobile Suit
Manufacturer
Earth Federation
Universe
Universal Century
Canon status
canon
Weight
66.00 t
Power source
Thermonuclear Fusion Reactor
Power output
1150 kW 1,542.175 hp
Armor
Luna Titanium
First seen
August, 0079 U.C.
Last seen
0083 U.C.

Special Equipment & Features

  • Container Rack

Production Timeline

The RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type has appeared in 21 releases from 1996 to 2023.

  1. 1996 — Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team (debut)
  2. 1998 — Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team – Miller's Report
  3. 2002 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Lost War Chronicles (Manga)
  4. 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Crossfire
  5. 2007 — Mobile Suit Gundam the 08th MS Team U.C.0079 + α Tribute
  6. 2007 — Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team U.C.0079 + α
  7. 2008 — Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO 2: The Gravity Front
  8. 2009 — Mobile Suit Gundam - Zeon MS Boys: The War of Independence
  9. 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. 0096: The Sleeves Crew Chief Recites a Poem
  10. 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn: The Noble Shroud
  11. 2011 — Mobile Suit Gundam The MSV: The Mobile Suit Variations
  12. 2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam MSV-R Legend of the Universal Century Heroes: The Fabulous Shin Matsunaga
  13. 2013 — Mobile Suit Gundam 0083 Rebellion
  14. 2014 — Mobile Suit Gundam Aggressor
  15. 2014 — Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: Missing Link
  16. 2015 — Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: The Blue Destiny (2015 Manga)
  17. 2017 — Gundam Build Fighters: GM's Counterattack
  18. 2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation Code Fairy (manga)
  19. 2022 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Rust Horizon
  20. 2023 — Mobile Suits Gundam: Red Giant 03rd MS Team
  21. 2023 — Mobile Suits Gundam: Red Giant 03rd MS Team (Manga)

Games featuring the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type

The RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type is playable in 11 Gundam games.

  1. 2001 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Federation vs Zeon
  2. 2001 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Zeonic Front
  3. 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Gundam vs. Zeta Gundam
  4. 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield
  5. 2007 — SD Gundam G Generation Spirits
  6. 2008 — Mobile Ops: The One Year War
  7. 2009 — SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online
  8. 2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation
  9. 2018 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2
  10. 2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation Code Fairy
  11. 2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield II

Development Lineage

Developed from

Develops into & variants

Related mobile suits

Other machines catalogued alongside the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type — same series where one exists, otherwise the same timeline. Each links to its own development tree.

Operators: Earth Federation Ground ForceSlave Wraith, Slave Wraith

RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type Model Kits

3 catalogued model kits for the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type (plus 3 figures and other collectibles):

See all RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type kits, prices and community builds

Frequently asked questions about the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type

What is the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type?
The RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type is a limited production general-purpose ground 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[G] GM Ground Type developed from?
The RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type was developed from RX-79[G] Gundam Ground Type. Its full development lineage is mapped on the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type evolution tree.
What mobile suits were developed from the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type?
4 units were developed from or built as variants of the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type: RGM-79BD-0 Blue Destiny Unit 0, RGM-79[G]RR GM RR (Reds), RGM-79［G］ST GM Ground Type (Stealth) and RGM-79[G] GM Sniper.
Which factions operated the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type?
The RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type was operated by Earth Federation Ground ForceSlave Wraith and Slave Wraith.
How big is the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type?
The RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type weighs 66.00 t, produces 1150 kW 1,542.175 hp, is armoured in Luna Titanium.
Which Gundam series does the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type appear in?
The RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type appears in 21 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team (1996): Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team, Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team – Miller's Report, Mobile Suit Gundam: Lost War Chronicles (Manga), Mobile Suit Gundam: Crossfire, Mobile Suit Gundam the 08th MS Team U.C.0079 + α Tribute and Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team U.C.0079 + α (plus 15 more).
Which Gundam games is the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type in?
The RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type is playable in 11 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam: Federation vs Zeon, Mobile Suit Gundam: Zeonic Front, Mobile Suit Gundam: Gundam vs. Zeta Gundam, Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield, SD Gundam G Generation Spirits, Mobile Ops: The One Year War, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online and Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation (plus 3 more). It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team (1996), not in a game.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type?
Yes — 3 model kits are catalogued for the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type, 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[G] GM Ground Type above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type Gunpla kits & merchandise (6). Reference: Gundam Wiki.