RGM-96X Jesta — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances
RGM-96X
The RGM-96X Jesta is a limited production special operations mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Anaheim Electronics. Within the franchise it is considered canon.
Within the story, the RGM-96X Jesta first appears in 0096 U.C.
The RGM-96X Jesta was developed from RGM-89 Jegan. It in turn led to 4 derived units — RGM-96X EWAC Jesta, GPB-96X-ST Jesta Striker, RGM-96X Jesta Cannon and RGM-96Xs Jesta (Shezarr Type). Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.
The RGM-96X Jesta has appeared in 8 Gundam releases across 2006–2017, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn (Novel) (2006). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online, Mobile Suit Gundam UC Testament and Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn and 3 more.
It was fielded by Earth Federation Forces, Londo Bell and Tri-Stars Team.
2 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the RGM-96X Jesta, alongside 2 figures and other collectibles.
Specifications
- Model number
- RGM-96X
- Classification
- Limited Production Special Operations Mobile Suit
- Manufacturer
- Anaheim Electronics
- Universe
- Universal Century
- Canon status
- canon
- Overall height
- 19.30 m
- Weight
- 57.20 t
- Power source
- Minovsky Ultracompact Fusion Reactor
- Power output
- 2710 kW 3,634.17 hp
- Armor
- Titanium Alloy Ceramic Composite Gundarium Alloy
- First seen
- 0096 U.C.
Production Timeline
The RGM-96X Jesta has appeared in 5 releases from 2006 to 2016.
- 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn (Novel) (debut)
- 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam UC Testament
- 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn
- 2014 — Mobile Suit Gundam Anaheim Record
- 2016 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn RE:0096
Games featuring the RGM-96X Jesta
The RGM-96X Jesta is playable in 3 Gundam games.
Development Lineage
Developed from
Develops into & variants
RGM-96X Jesta Model Kits
2 catalogued model kits for the RGM-96X Jesta (plus 2 figures and other collectibles):
Frequently asked questions about the RGM-96X Jesta
- What is the RGM-96X Jesta?
- The RGM-96X Jesta is a limited production special operations mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Anaheim Electronics. It is considered canon within the franchise.
- What was the RGM-96X Jesta developed from?
- The RGM-96X Jesta was developed from RGM-89 Jegan. Its full development lineage is mapped on the RGM-96X Jesta evolution tree.
- What mobile suits were developed from the RGM-96X Jesta?
- 4 units were developed from or built as variants of the RGM-96X Jesta: RGM-96X EWAC Jesta, GPB-96X-ST Jesta Striker, RGM-96X Jesta Cannon and RGM-96Xs Jesta (Shezarr Type).
- Which factions operated the RGM-96X Jesta?
- The RGM-96X Jesta was operated by Earth Federation Forces, Londo Bell and Tri-Stars Team.
- How big is the RGM-96X Jesta?
- The RGM-96X Jesta stands 19.30 m tall, weighs 57.20 t, produces 2710 kW 3,634.17 hp, is armoured in Titanium Alloy Ceramic Composite Gundarium Alloy.
- Which Gundam series does the RGM-96X Jesta appear in?
- The RGM-96X Jesta appears in 5 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn (Novel) (2006): Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn (Novel), Mobile Suit Gundam UC Testament, Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn, Mobile Suit Gundam Anaheim Record and Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn RE:0096.
- Which Gundam games is the RGM-96X Jesta in?
- The RGM-96X Jesta is playable in 3 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online and Gundam Versus. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn (Novel) (2006), not in a game.
- Are there Gunpla model kits of the RGM-96X Jesta?
- Yes — 2 model kits are catalogued for the RGM-96X Jesta, alongside 2 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.
Explore the full interactive development tree for the RGM-96X Jesta above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse RGM-96X Jesta Gunpla kits & merchandise (4). Reference: Gundam Wiki.