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RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

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RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type at a glance

Timeline
Universal Century
First appearance
Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield (2006)
Developed from
RX-78-2 Gundam
Gunpla kits
6 catalogued

Interactive development tree and full data sheet: www.mobilesuit.dev/mobile-suit/rx-78-2-gundam-real-type

RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type Prototype Close Quarters Combat Mobile Suit from Gundam Universal Century
RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type

The RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type is a prototype close quarters combat 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 RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type is a variant of the RX-78-2 Gundam. It first appeared on a poster for Mobile Suit Gundam II: Soldiers of Sorrow and was given additional background information in MSV-R.

The RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type was developed from RX-78-2 Gundam. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type has appeared in 3 Gundam releases across 2006–2009, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield (2006). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam Card Builder and MSV-R SEASON 2 / U.C.0079-0091.

It was fielded by Earth Federation Forces.

6 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type, alongside 3 figures and other collectibles.

Specifications

Model number
RX-78-2
Classification
Prototype Close Quarters Combat Mobile Suit
Production type
Prototype
Weapon class
Gundam
Manufacturer
Earth Federation Forces
Canon status
canon
Overall height
18.50 m
Weight
60.00 t
Power source
Minovsky Ultracompact Fusion Reactor
Power output
1380 kW 1,850.61 hp
Armor
Luna Titanium

Special Equipment & Features

  • Core Block System
  • Hardpoints

Production Timeline

The RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type has appeared in 2 releases from 2008 to 2009.

  1. 2008 — Mobile Suit Gundam Card Builder — TV Anime
  2. 2009 — MSV-R SEASON 2 / U.C.0079-0091 — MS Variation

Games featuring the RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type

The RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type is playable in 1 Gundam game.

  1. 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield

Development Lineage

Developed from

Related mobile suits

Other machines catalogued alongside the RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type — same series where one exists, otherwise the same timeline. Each links to its own development tree.

Operators: Earth Federation Forces

RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type Model Kits

6 catalogued model kits for the RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type (plus 3 figures and other collectibles):

See all RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type kits, prices and community builds

Frequently asked questions about the RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type

What is the RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type?
The RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type is a prototype close quarters combat 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. The RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type and the G-Fighter Real Type only appeared in tactical computer simulations used by the Earth Federation Forces during the end of the One Year War.
What was the RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type developed from?
The RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type was developed from RX-78-2 Gundam. Its full development lineage is mapped on the RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type evolution tree.
Which factions operated the RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type?
The RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type was operated by Earth Federation Forces.
How big is the RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type?
The RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type stands 18.50 m tall, weighs 60.00 t, produces 1380 kW 1,850.61 hp, is armoured in Luna Titanium.
Which Gundam series does the RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type appear in?
The RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type appears in 2 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam Card Builder (2008): Mobile Suit Gundam Card Builder and MSV-R SEASON 2 / U.C.0079-0091.
Which Gundam games is the RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type in?
The RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type is playable in 1 Gundam game: Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam Card Builder (2008), not in a game.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type?
Yes — 6 model kits are catalogued for the RX-78-2 Gundam Real 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 RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse RX-78-2 Gundam Real Type Gunpla kits & merchandise (9). Reference: Gundam Wiki.