What is the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper?

The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper is a limited production sniper ground mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Earth Federation Forces. It is considered canon within the franchise. At least four RGM-79[G] GM Ground Types of the Kojima Battalion were outfitted as GM Snipers and were instrumental in the destruction of the Principality of Zeon's experimental mobile armor Apsaras III and Shiro Amada's RX-79[G]Ez-8 Gundam…

What was the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper developed from?

The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper was developed from RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type. Its full development lineage is mapped on the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper evolution tree.

Which factions operated the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper?

The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper was operated by Earth Federation Ground Force.

How big is the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper?

The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper weighs 66.00 t, produces 1150 kW 1,542.175 hp, is armoured in Luna Titanium.

Which Gundam games is the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper in?

The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper is playable in 5 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield, SD Gundam G Generation Spirits, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online, Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation Code Fairy and Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield II. 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 Sniper?

Yes — 3 model kits are catalogued for the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper, alongside 4 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

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

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RGM-79[G] GM Sniper at a glance

Timeline: Universal Century
First appearance: Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team (1996)
Developed from: RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type
Gunpla kits: 3 catalogued

Interactive development tree and full data sheet: www.mobilesuit.dev/mobile-suit/rgm-79g-gm-sniper

RGM-79[G] GM Sniper Limited Production Sniper Ground Mobile Suit from Gundam Universal Century — RGM-79[G] GM Sniper

The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper is a limited production sniper ground mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Earth Federation Forces. Within the franchise it is considered canon.

The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper is a variant of the RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type. It was introduced in the OVA Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team.

Within the story, the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper first appears in 0079 U.C.

The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper was developed from RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper has appeared in 10 Gundam releases across 1996–2021, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team (1996). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield, Mobile Suit Gundam the 08th MS Team U.C.0079 + α Tribute, Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team U.C.0079 + α and SD Gundam G Generation Spirits and 5 more.

It was fielded by Earth Federation Ground Force.

3 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper, alongside 4 figures and other collectibles.

Specifications

Model number: RGM-79[G]
Classification: Limited Production Sniper Ground Mobile Suit
Production type: Limited run
Manufacturer: Earth Federation Forces
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: 0079 U.C.

Production Timeline

The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper has appeared in 5 releases from 1996 to 2021.

1996 — Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team — OVA · 12 episodes (debut)
2007 — Mobile Suit Gundam the 08th MS Team U.C.0079 + α Tribute — Other · 2 episodes
2007 — Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team U.C.0079 + α — TV Anime · 2 episodes
2009 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Battlefield Record U.C. 0081 — Other · 2 episodes
2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation Code Fairy (manga) — Manga

Games featuring the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper

The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper is playable in 5 Gundam games.

2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield
2007 — SD Gundam G Generation Spirits
2009 — SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online
2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation Code Fairy
2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield II

Development Lineage

Developed from

RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type

Operators: Earth Federation Ground Force

RGM-79[G] GM Sniper Model Kits

3 catalogued model kits for the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper (plus 4 figures and other collectibles):

HGUC 1/144 RGM-79[G] GM Sniper — HG grade · 1/144 · released 2017 · ¥1,620
MG 1/100 RGM-79[G] GM Sniper — MG grade · 1/100 · released 2006 · ¥3,850
HG 1/144 RGM-79[G] GM Sniper — HG grade · 1/144 · released 1999 · ¥1,000

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

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

What is the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper?: The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper is a limited production sniper ground mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Earth Federation Forces. It is considered canon within the franchise. At least four RGM-79[G] GM Ground Types of the Kojima Battalion were outfitted as GM Snipers and were instrumental in the destruction of the Principality of Zeon's experimental mobile armor Apsaras III and Shiro Amada's RX-79[G]Ez-8 Gundam…
What was the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper developed from?: The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper was developed from RGM-79[G] GM Ground Type. Its full development lineage is mapped on the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper evolution tree.
Which factions operated the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper?: The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper was operated by Earth Federation Ground Force.
How big is the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper?: The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper 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 Sniper appear in?: The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper appears in 5 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 U.C.0079 + α Tribute, Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team U.C.0079 + α, Mobile Suit Gundam: Battlefield Record U.C. 0081 and Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation Code Fairy (manga).
Which Gundam games is the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper in?: The RGM-79[G] GM Sniper is playable in 5 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield, SD Gundam G Generation Spirits, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online, Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation Code Fairy and Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield II. 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 Sniper?: Yes — 3 model kits are catalogued for the RGM-79[G] GM Sniper, alongside 4 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 Sniper above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse RGM-79[G] GM Sniper Gunpla kits & merchandise (7). Reference: Gundam Wiki.