ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances
ZGMF-X56S/β
The ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam is a prototype close quarters combat 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/β Sword Impulse Gundam first appears in October 2, 73 C.E.
The ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam was developed from ZGMF-X56S Impulse Gundam. It in turn led to 1 derived unit — ZGMF-56E2/β Sword Impulse Gundam Spec II. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.
The ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam has appeared in 13 Gundam releases across 2004–2021, 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: The Edge and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Generation of C.E. and 8 more.
It was fielded by Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty.
6 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam, alongside 2 figures and other collectibles.
Specifications
- Model number
- ZGMF-X56S/β
- Classification
- Prototype Close Quarters Combat Mobile Suit
- Manufacturer
- Integrated Design Bureau
- Universe
- Cosmic Era
- Canon status
- canon
- Overall height
- 19.37 m
- Power source
- Ultracompact Energy Battery
- Armor
- Variable Phase Shift armor
- First seen
- October 2, 73 C.E.
Special Equipment & Features
- Deuterion Beam Energy Transfer System
- Hardpoints (forSilhouettes)
- Core Splendor cockpit system
Production Timeline
The ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam has appeared in 5 releases from 2004 to 2018.
Games featuring the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam
The ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam is playable in 8 Gundam games.
- 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (GBA)
- 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II
- 2009 — SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online
- 2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny
- 2013 — Dynasty Warriors Gundam Reborn
- 2015 — Super Gundam Royale
- 2016 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost ON
- 2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2 XBoost
Development Lineage
Developed from
Develops into & variants
ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam Model Kits
6 catalogued model kits for the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam (plus 2 figures and other collectibles):
- MG 1/100 ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam
- HGGS ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam
- HGCE 1/144 ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam
- RG 1/144 ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam
- HG 1/144 ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam
- 1/100 ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam
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Frequently asked questions about the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam
- What is the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam?
- The ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam is a prototype close quarters combat 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/β Sword Impulse Gundam developed from?
- The ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam was developed from ZGMF-X56S Impulse Gundam. Its full development lineage is mapped on the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam evolution tree.
- What mobile suits were developed from the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam?
- 1 unit was developed from or built as variants of the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam: ZGMF-56E2/β Sword Impulse Gundam Spec II.
- Which factions operated the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam?
- The ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam was operated by Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty.
- How big is the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam?
- The ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam stands 19.37 m tall, is armoured in Variable Phase Shift armor.
- Which Gundam series does the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam appear in?
- The ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam appears in 5 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: The Edge, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Generation of C.E. and Gundam Build Divers Break.
- Which Gundam games is the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam in?
- The ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam is playable in 8 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (GBA), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny, Dynasty Warriors Gundam Reborn, Super Gundam Royale, Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost ON and Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2 XBoost. It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (2004), not in a game.
- Are there Gunpla model kits of the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam?
- Yes — 6 model kits are catalogued for the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam, alongside 2 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.
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