ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances
ZGMF-X56S/α
The ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam is a prototype high mobility mobile suit from the Cosmic Era timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Integrated Design Bureau. Within the franchise it is considered canon.
Within the story, the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam first appears in October 2, 73 C.E. and was last seen in 74 C.E.
The ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam was developed from ZGMF-X56S Impulse Gundam. It in turn led to 2 derived units — ZGMF-56E2/α Force Impulse Gundam Spec II and Gundam Ex Impulse. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.
The ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam has appeared in 14 Gundam releases across 2004–2013, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (2004). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (GBA), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Astray, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Astray (Photo-Novel) and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: The Edge and 9 more.
It was fielded by Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty.
9 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam, alongside 5 figures and other collectibles.
Specifications
- Model number
- ZGMF-X56S/α
- Classification
- Prototype High Mobility Mobile Suit
- Manufacturer
- Integrated Design Bureau
- Universe
- Cosmic Era
- Canon status
- canon
- Overall height
- 18.41 m
- Power source
- Ultracompact Energy Battery
- Armor
- Variable Phase Shift armor
- First seen
- October 2, 73 C.E.
- Last seen
- 74 C.E.
Special Equipment & Features
- Deuterion Beam Energy Transfer System
- Hardpoints (forSilhouette Packs)
Production Timeline
The ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam has appeared in 7 releases from 2004 to 2006.
- 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (debut)
- 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Astray
- 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Astray (Photo-Novel)
- 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: The Edge
- 2005 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Final Plus: The Chosen Future
- 2005 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Generation of C.E.
- 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Special Edition
Games featuring the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam
The ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam is playable in 7 Gundam games.
- 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (GBA)
- 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II
- 2009 — Mobile Suit Gundam Vs. Gundam Next
- 2009 — SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online
- 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs.
- 2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny
- 2013 — Dynasty Warriors Gundam Reborn
Development Lineage
Developed from
Develops into & variants
ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam Model Kits
9 catalogued model kits for the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam (plus 5 figures and other collectibles), including these 8:
- RG 1/144 Force Impulse Gundam [Titanium Finish]
- RG ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam
- HGCE ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam
- MG ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam
- BB Senshi ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam
- 1/60 Force Impulse Gundam
- 1/100 Force Impulse Gundam
- HGGS ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam
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Frequently asked questions about the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam
- What is the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam?
- The ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam is a prototype high mobility mobile suit from the Cosmic Era timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Integrated Design Bureau. It is considered canon within the franchise.
- What was the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam developed from?
- The ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam was developed from ZGMF-X56S Impulse Gundam. Its full development lineage is mapped on the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam evolution tree.
- What mobile suits were developed from the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam?
- 2 units were developed from or built as variants of the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam: ZGMF-56E2/α Force Impulse Gundam Spec II and Gundam Ex Impulse.
- Which factions operated the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam?
- The ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam was operated by Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty.
- How big is the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam?
- The ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam stands 18.41 m tall, is armoured in Variable Phase Shift armor.
- Which Gundam series does the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam appear in?
- The ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam appears in 7 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (2004): Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Astray, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Astray (Photo-Novel), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: The Edge, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Final Plus: The Chosen Future and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Generation of C.E. (plus 1 more).
- Which Gundam games is the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam in?
- The ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam is playable in 7 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (GBA), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II, Mobile Suit Gundam Vs. Gundam Next, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online, Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs., Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny and Dynasty Warriors Gundam Reborn. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (2004), not in a game.
- Are there Gunpla model kits of the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam?
- Yes — 9 model kits are catalogued for the ZGMF-X56S/α Force Impulse Gundam, alongside 5 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.
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