RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances
RX-79BD-3
The RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 is a prototype exam 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.
Within the story, the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 first appears in 0079 U.C.
The RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 was developed from RX-79BD-2 Blue Destiny Unit 2 and RX-79[G] Gundam Ground Type. It in turn led to 2 derived units — Gundam Zephyrus and RX-80EXAM-3-FA Blue Destiny Unit 3 (Full Armed). Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.
The RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 has appeared in 17 Gundam releases across 1996–2021, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: The Blue Destiny (1996). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam: Encounters in Space, Gundam Legacy, Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds of the Battlefield and SD Gundam G Generation Spirits and 12 more.
It was fielded by Earth Federation Forces.
5 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3, alongside 4 figures and other collectibles.
Specifications
- Model number
- RX-79BD-3
- Classification
- Prototype EXAM General-Purpose Mobile Suit
- Manufacturer
- Earth Federation
- Universe
- Universal Century
- Canon status
- canon
- Overall height
- 18.00 m
- Weight
- 52.80 t
- Armor
- Luna Titanium
- First seen
- 0079 U.C.
Special Equipment & Features
- EXAM System
Production Timeline
The RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 has appeared in 9 releases from 1996 to 2021.
- 1996 — Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: The Blue Destiny (debut)
- 2004 — Gundam Legacy
- 2009 — Mobile Suit Gundam Katana
- 2011 — Gundam EXA
- 2013 — Gundam Build Fighters
- 2014 — Mobile Suit Gundam Side Stories
- 2014 — Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: Missing Link
- 2015 — Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: The Blue Destiny (2015 Manga)
- 2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam Pulitzer -Amuro Ray Beyond the Aurora-
Games featuring the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3
The RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 is playable in 8 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
Development Lineage
Developed from
Develops into & variants
RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 Model Kits
5 catalogued model kits for the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 (plus 4 figures and other collectibles):
- HGUC RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 "EXAM" ［Metallic Gloss Injection］
- HGUC 1/144 RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 'EXAM'
- HGUC RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 (2018)
- HGUC RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 (2007)
- SD Gundam G Generation No.52 Blue Destiny Unit 3
See all RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 kits, prices and community builds
Frequently asked questions about the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3
- What is the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3?
- The RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 is a prototype exam 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.
- What was the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 developed from?
- The RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 was developed from RX-79BD-2 Blue Destiny Unit 2 and RX-79[G] Gundam Ground Type. Its full development lineage is mapped on the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 evolution tree.
- What mobile suits were developed from the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3?
- 2 units were developed from or built as variants of the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3: Gundam Zephyrus and RX-80EXAM-3-FA Blue Destiny Unit 3 (Full Armed).
- Which factions operated the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3?
- The RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 was operated by Earth Federation Forces.
- How big is the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3?
- The RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 stands 18.00 m tall, weighs 52.80 t, is armoured in Luna Titanium.
- Which Gundam series does the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 appear in?
- The RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 appears in 9 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: The Blue Destiny (1996): Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: The Blue Destiny, Gundam Legacy, Mobile Suit Gundam Katana, Gundam EXA, Gundam Build Fighters and Mobile Suit Gundam Side Stories (plus 3 more).
- Which Gundam games is the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 in?
- The RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 is playable in 8 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. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: The Blue Destiny (1996), not in a game.
- Are there Gunpla model kits of the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3?
- Yes — 5 model kits are catalogued for the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3, alongside 4 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.
Explore the full interactive development tree for the RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse RX-79BD-3 Blue Destiny Unit 3 Gunpla kits & merchandise (9). Reference: Gundam Wiki.