RX-78(G)E Gundam EX — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances
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The RX-78(G)E Gundam EX is a prototype close quarters combat 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.
On November 6, U.C. 0079, the eve ofOperation Odessa, the Gundam EX first appeared in combat during a surprise Federation assault to retake theCluj-Napocamilitary base in Romania, which had fallen underZeoncontrol. The Gundam EX's technological superiority allowed it to single-handedly defeat theRed Wolf Squadron's mobile suits, led by Cpt.Iria Solari, who at the time was guarding the base. After a short reprieve, the Gundam EX would chase down a Zeon convoy escaping from the base, destroying a damagedMS-06V Zaku…
Within the story, the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX first appears in November 7, 0079 U.C.
The RX-78(G)E Gundam EX was developed from RX-78-1 Prototype Gundam. It in turn led to 1 derived unit — RGM-79 GM (RFV). Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.
The RX-78(G)E Gundam EX has appeared in 5 Gundam releases across 2018–2024, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2 (2018). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. ENGAGE, Gundam Breaker 4, Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance Red vs Blue and Mobile Suit Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance.
It was fielded by Earth Federation Ground Force.
2 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX, alongside 2 figures and other collectibles.
Specifications
- Model number
- RX-78(G)E
- Classification
- Prototype Close Quarters Combat Ground Mobile Suit
- Manufacturer
- Earth Federation Forces
- Universe
- Universal Century
- Canon status
- canon
- Power output
- 1280 kW 1,716.508 hp
- Armor
- Luna Titanium
- First deployment
- Haunted Forest
- First seen
- November 7, 0079 U.C.
Armaments
- Head (other) — Mounted Autocannon
- Beam Saber (melee)
- Beam Rifle (ranged)
- Shoulder Gatling Cannon (ranged)
- Shield (shield)
- Rocket Launcher[R] (ranged)
Production Timeline
The RX-78(G)E Gundam EX has appeared in 2 releases in 2024.
Games featuring the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX
The RX-78(G)E Gundam EX is playable in 3 Gundam games, and was created for one of them.
- 2018 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2 (created for this game)
- 2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. ENGAGE
- 2024 — Gundam Breaker 4
Development Lineage
Developed from
Develops into & variants
RX-78(G)E Gundam EX Model Kits
2 catalogued model kits for the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX (plus 2 figures and other collectibles):
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Frequently asked questions about the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX
- What is the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX?
- The RX-78(G)E Gundam EX is a prototype close quarters combat 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. On November 6, U.C. 0079, the eve ofOperation Odessa, the Gundam EX first appeared in combat during a surprise Federation assault to retake theCluj-Napocamilitary base in Romania, which had fallen underZeoncontrol.
- What was the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX developed from?
- The RX-78(G)E Gundam EX was developed from RX-78-1 Prototype Gundam. Its full development lineage is mapped on the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX evolution tree.
- What mobile suits were developed from the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX?
- 1 unit was developed from or built as variants of the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX: RGM-79 GM (RFV).
- Which factions operated the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX?
- The RX-78(G)E Gundam EX was operated by Earth Federation Ground Force.
- How big is the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX?
- The RX-78(G)E Gundam EX produces 1280 kW 1,716.508 hp, is armoured in Luna Titanium.
- Which Gundam series does the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX appear in?
- The RX-78(G)E Gundam EX appears in 2 Gundam releases, debuting in Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance Red vs Blue (2024): Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance Red vs Blue and Mobile Suit Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance.
- Which Gundam games is the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX in?
- The RX-78(G)E Gundam EX is playable in 3 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2, Mobile Suit Gundam U.C. ENGAGE and Gundam Breaker 4. It was created for Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2 (2018) rather than adapted from an anime or manga.
- Are there Gunpla model kits of the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX?
- Yes — 2 model kits are catalogued for the RX-78(G)E Gundam EX, 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 RX-78(G)E Gundam EX above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse RX-78(G)E Gundam EX Gunpla kits & merchandise (4). Reference: Gundam Wiki.