RMS-179 GM II — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances
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RMS-179 GM II at a glance
- Timeline
- Universal Century
- First appearance
- Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (1985)
- Developed from
- RGM-79 GM
- Led to
- 10 units — GM II Kai, GM II Weapon Tester, MSA-003 Nemo and 7 more
- Gunpla kits
- 7 catalogued
Interactive development tree and full data sheet: www.mobilesuit.dev/mobile-suit/rms-179-gm-ii
The RMS-179 GM II is a mass production general-purpose 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 RMS-179 GM II (aka RGM-79R GM II or RGM-82 GM II) is a mass-production general-purpose mobile suit introduced in the anime Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam. Its design was later updated for the Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn novel and OVA.
Within the story, the RMS-179 GM II first appears in 0084 U.C. and was last seen in 0096 U.C.
The RMS-179 GM II was developed from RGM-79 GM. It in turn led to 10 derived units — GM II Kai, GM II Weapon Tester, MSA-003 Nemo, MWS-19362GS Stark GM, RGM-179SR GM Sniper III and RGM-79R GM II 〈Maria Shield co.〉 and 4 more. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.
The RMS-179 GM II has appeared in 40 Gundam releases across 1985–2023, debuting in Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (1985). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam Zeta (Manga), Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (Manga), Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ and Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ (Manga) and 35 more.
It was fielded by Karaba, Anti-Earth Union Group, BGST, Earth Federation Forces and Federation Survey Service and 4 more.
7 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the RMS-179 GM II, alongside 2 figures and other collectibles.
Specifications
- Model number
- RMS-179
- Classification
- Mass Production General-Purpose Mobile Suit
- Production type
- Mass production
- Manufacturer
- Earth Federation
- Universe
- Universal Century
- Canon status
- canon
- Overall height
- 19.10 m
- Weight
- 58.70 t
- Power output
- 1518 kW 2,035.671 hp
- Armor
- Titanium Alloy Ceramic Composite
- First seen
- 0084 U.C.
- Last seen
- 0096 U.C.
Special Equipment & Features
- Ballute System
Production Timeline
The RMS-179 GM II has appeared in 32 releases from 1985 to 2023.
- 1985 — Mobile Suit Gundam Zeta (Manga)
- 1985 — Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (debut)
- 1985 — Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (Manga)
- 1986 — Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ
- 1986 — Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ (Manga)
- 1988 — Under the Gundam: Double-Fake
- 1993 — Mobile Suit Gundam: The Return of Zeon
- 2001 — Gundam Neo Experience 0087: Green Divers
- 2001 — Mobile Suit Gundam École du Ciel
- 2002 — Advance of Zeta: The Flag of Titans
- 2004 — Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam: A New Translation - Heirs to the Stars
- 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam Climax U.C.: The Bonds of the Bloodline
- 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn (Novel)
- 2006 — Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam: A New Translation III - Love Is the Pulse of the Stars
- 2007 — Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ Side Story: Mirage of Zeon
- 2009 — Mobile Suit Gundam Katana
- 2010 — Advance of Zeta: The Traitor to Destiny
- 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. 0096: The Sleeves Crew Chief Recites a Poem
- 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn
- 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn - Bande Dessinee
- 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn The Truth of E.F.F.
- 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn: The Noble Shroud
- 2010 — MSV-R: The Return of Johnny Ridden
- 2011 — Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam Define
- 2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. 0094: Across the Sky
- 2014 — Mobile Suit Gundam Anaheim Record
- 2016 — Anaheim Laboratory Log
- 2016 — Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn RE:0096
- 2017 — Gundam Build Fighters: GM's Counterattack
- 2017 — Mobile Suit Gundam Valpurgis
- 2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam Pulitzer -Amuro Ray Beyond the Aurora-
- 2023 — Mobile Suit Gundam Valpurgis EVE -The Night Before the Awakening-
Games featuring the RMS-179 GM II
The RMS-179 GM II is playable in 8 Gundam games.
Development Lineage
Developed from
RMS-179 GM II Model Kits
7 catalogued model kits for the RMS-179 GM II (plus 2 figures and other collectibles):
Frequently asked questions about the RMS-179 GM II
- What is the RMS-179 GM II?
- The RMS-179 GM II is a mass production general-purpose mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Earth Federation. It is considered canon within the franchise. The GM II was introduced in the early U.C. 0080s, replacing the older RGM-79 GM as the mainstay mobile suit of the Earth Federation Forces. It was commonly used during the early days of the Gryps War in U.C.
- What was the RMS-179 GM II developed from?
- The RMS-179 GM II was developed from RGM-79 GM. Its full development lineage is mapped on the RMS-179 GM II evolution tree.
- What mobile suits were developed from the RMS-179 GM II?
- 10 units were developed from or built as variants of the RMS-179 GM II: GM II Kai, GM II Weapon Tester, MSA-003 Nemo, MWS-19362GS Stark GM, RGM-179SR GM Sniper III, RGM-79R GM II 〈Maria Shield co.〉, RGM-86R GM III and RMS-179 GM II Semi-Striker (plus 2 more).
- Which factions operated the RMS-179 GM II?
- The RMS-179 GM II was operated by Karaba, Anti-Earth Union Group, BGST, Earth Federation Forces, Federation Survey Service, Gunpla Mafia, Pirates, Republic of Zeon and Titans.
- How big is the RMS-179 GM II?
- The RMS-179 GM II stands 19.10 m tall, weighs 58.70 t, produces 1518 kW 2,035.671 hp, is armoured in Titanium Alloy Ceramic Composite.
- Which Gundam series does the RMS-179 GM II appear in?
- The RMS-179 GM II appears in 32 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (1985): Mobile Suit Gundam Zeta (Manga), Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam, Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (Manga), Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ, Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ (Manga) and Under the Gundam: Double-Fake (plus 26 more).
- Which Gundam games is the RMS-179 GM II in?
- The RMS-179 GM II is playable in 8 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam: Gundam vs. Zeta Gundam, Mobile Suit Gundam Climax U.C., Dynasty Warriors Gundam, Gundam Battle Universe, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online, Gundam Assault Survive, Dynasty Warriors Gundam Reborn and Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (1985), not in a game.
- Are there Gunpla model kits of the RMS-179 GM II?
- Yes — 7 model kits are catalogued for the RMS-179 GM II, alongside 2 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.
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