What is the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam?

The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam is a prototype close quarters combat mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Earth Federation. It is considered canon within the franchise. During the attack on Side 7 in September UC 0079, the RX-78-1 Prototype Gundam was destroyed, but the RX-78-3 was only lightly damaged.

What was the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam developed from?

The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam was developed from RX-78-2 Gundam. Its full development lineage is mapped on the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam evolution tree.

What mobile suits were developed from the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam?

3 units were developed from or built as variants of the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam: FA-78-1B Full Armor Gundam (Type B), Hidden Shadow of G and RX-78-3 Solomon Express G-3 "White Devil".

Which factions operated the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam?

The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam was operated by Earth Federation Forces and Coalition of Volunteers.

How big is the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam?

The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam 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-78-3 G-3 Gundam appear in?

The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam appears in 12 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam novelization (1979): Mobile Suit Gundam novelization, Mobile Suit Variation, Iron Maiden, Gundam the Ride: A Baoa Qu, Gundam Evolve and Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Deleted Affair: Portrait Of Young Comet (plus 6 more).

Which Gundam games is the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam in?

The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam is playable in 9 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam: Encounters in Space, Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield, SD Gundam G Generation Spirits, Gundam Battle Universe, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online, Gundam Assault Survive, Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation and Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2 (plus 1 more). It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam novelization (1979), not in a game.

Are there Gunpla model kits of the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam?

Yes — 12 model kits are catalogued for the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam, alongside 7 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

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RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam at a glance

Timeline: Universal Century
First appearance: Mobile Suit Gundam novelization (1979)
Developed from: RX-78-2 Gundam
Led to: 3 units — FA-78-1B Full Armor Gundam (Type B), Hidden Shadow of G, RX-78-3 Solomon Express G-3 "White Devil"
Gunpla kits: 12 catalogued

Interactive development tree and full data sheet: www.mobilesuit.dev/mobile-suit/rx-78-3-g-3-gundam

RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam Prototype Close Quarters Combat Mobile Suit from Gundam Universal Century — RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam

The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam is a prototype close quarters combat 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 RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam is a variation of RX-78-2 Gundam introduced in the novelization of Mobile Suit Gundam.

Within the story, the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam first appears in 0079 U.C. and was last seen in 0083 U.C.

The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam was developed from RX-78-2 Gundam. It in turn led to 3 derived units — FA-78-1B Full Armor Gundam (Type B), Hidden Shadow of G and RX-78-3 Solomon Express G-3 "White Devil". Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam has appeared in 21 Gundam releases across 1979–2021, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam novelization (1979). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Variation, Iron Maiden, Gundam the Ride: A Baoa Qu and Gundam Evolve and 16 more.

It was fielded by Earth Federation Forces and Coalition of Volunteers.

12 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam, alongside 7 figures and other collectibles.

Specifications

Model number: RX-78-3
Classification: Prototype Close Quarters Combat Mobile Suit
Production type: Prototype
Weapon class: Gundam
Manufacturer: Earth Federation
Universe: Universal Century
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
First seen: 0079 U.C.
Last seen: 0083 U.C.

Special Equipment & Features

Core Block System
Learning Computer
Hardpoints
Magnet Coating

Production Timeline

The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam has appeared in 12 releases from 1979 to 2019.

1979 — Mobile Suit Gundam novelization — Novel (debut)
1983 — Mobile Suit Variation — MS Variation
1990 — Iron Maiden — TV Anime
2000 — Gundam the Ride: A Baoa Qu — TV Anime
2001 — Gundam Evolve — TV Anime
2001 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Deleted Affair: Portrait Of Young Comet — TV Anime
2004 — Mobile Suit: Gundam Pilot's Locus — Manga · 1 episodes
2009 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Battlefield Record U.C. 0081 — Other · 2 episodes
2013 — Gundam Stand at Jaburo — TV Anime
2014 — Gundam Build Fighters Try — TV Anime · 25 episodes
2018 — Gundam Build Divers — TV Anime · 26 episodes
2019 — Gundam Build Divers Re:RISE — TV Anime · 26 episodes

Games featuring the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam

The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam is playable in 9 Gundam games.

2003 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Encounters in Space
2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield
2007 — SD Gundam G Generation Spirits
2009 — Gundam Battle Universe
2009 — SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online
2010 — Gundam Assault Survive
2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation
2018 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2
2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield II

Development Lineage

Developed from

RX-78-2 Gundam

Develops into & variants

Operators: Earth Federation Forces, Coalition of Volunteers

RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam Model Kits

12 catalogued model kits for the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam (plus 7 figures and other collectibles), including these 8:

HG 1/144 RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam [Beyond Global] — HG grade · 1/144 · released 2021 · ¥2,000
SDCS SD Gundam Cross Silhouette The Gundam Base Limited RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam [Cross Silhouette Frame Ver.] — SDCS grade · SD · released 2019 · ¥1,000
PG 1/60 RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam (Extra Finish Ver.) — PG grade · 1/60 · released 2018 · ¥25,920
HG RX-78-3 Gundam Ver.G30th — HG grade · 1/144 · released 2010 · ¥1,200
MG RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam (Ver. 2.0) — MG grade · 1/100 · released 2009 · ¥4,200
HGUC 1/144 G-3 Gundam Vs Char's Rick Dom Set — HG grade · 1/144 · released 2008
MG RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam (1996) — MG grade
MG RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam (Ver. 3.0) — MG grade · ¥5,280

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Frequently asked questions about the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam

What is the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam?: The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam is a prototype close quarters combat mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Earth Federation. It is considered canon within the franchise. During the attack on Side 7 in September UC 0079, the RX-78-1 Prototype Gundam was destroyed, but the RX-78-3 was only lightly damaged.
What was the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam developed from?: The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam was developed from RX-78-2 Gundam. Its full development lineage is mapped on the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam evolution tree.
What mobile suits were developed from the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam?: 3 units were developed from or built as variants of the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam: FA-78-1B Full Armor Gundam (Type B), Hidden Shadow of G and RX-78-3 Solomon Express G-3 "White Devil".
Which factions operated the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam?: The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam was operated by Earth Federation Forces and Coalition of Volunteers.
How big is the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam?: The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam 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-78-3 G-3 Gundam appear in?: The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam appears in 12 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam novelization (1979): Mobile Suit Gundam novelization, Mobile Suit Variation, Iron Maiden, Gundam the Ride: A Baoa Qu, Gundam Evolve and Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Deleted Affair: Portrait Of Young Comet (plus 6 more).
Which Gundam games is the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam in?: The RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam is playable in 9 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam: Encounters in Space, Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield, SD Gundam G Generation Spirits, Gundam Battle Universe, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online, Gundam Assault Survive, Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation and Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2 (plus 1 more). It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam novelization (1979), not in a game.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam?: Yes — 12 model kits are catalogued for the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam, alongside 7 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

Explore the full interactive development tree for the RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse RX-78-3 G-3 Gundam Gunpla kits & merchandise (19). Reference: Gundam Wiki.