ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances
ZGMF-X56S/γ
ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam at a glance
- Timeline
- Cosmic Era
- First appearance
- Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (2004)
- Developed from
- ZGMF-X56S Impulse Gundam
- Led to
- 1 unit — ZGMF-56E2/γ Blast Impulse Gundam Spec II
- Gunpla kits
- 5 catalogued
Interactive development tree and full data sheet: www.mobilesuit.dev/mobile-suit/zgmf-x56s%CE%B3-blast-impulse-gundam
The ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam is a prototype heavy assault 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.
The ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam is a Mobile Suit introduced in the anime Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny. It is piloted by Shinn Asuka and later by Lunamaria Hawke.
Within the story, the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam first appears in October, 73 C.E.
The ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam was developed from ZGMF-X56S Impulse Gundam. It in turn led to 1 derived unit — ZGMF-56E2/γ Blast Impulse Gundam Spec II. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.
The ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam has appeared in 10 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 5 more.
It was fielded by Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty.
5 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam, alongside 5 figures and other collectibles.
Specifications
- Model number
- ZGMF-X56S/γ
- Classification
- Prototype Heavy Assault Mobile Suit
- Production type
- Prototype
- Weapon class
- Gundam
- Manufacturer
- Integrated Design Bureau
- Universe
- Cosmic Era
- Canon status
- canon
- Overall height
- 19.21 m
- Power source
- Ultracompact Energy Battery
- Armor
- Variable Phase Shift armor
- First seen
- October, 73 C.E.
Special Equipment & Features
- Deuterion Beam Energy Transfer System
- Silhouette System
- Power Extender
Production Timeline
The ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam has appeared in 5 releases from 2004 to 2005.
Games featuring the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam
The ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam is playable in 5 Gundam games.
Development Lineage
Developed from
Develops into & variants
ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam Model Kits
5 catalogued model kits for the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam (plus 5 figures and other collectibles):
- MG 1/100 Blast Impulse Gundam
- HGCE 1/144 Blast Impulse Gundam
- 1/144 ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam
- HGCE ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam
- MG ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam
See all ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam kits, prices and community builds
Frequently asked questions about the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam
- What is the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam?
- The ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam is a prototype heavy assault 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. In C.E. 73, ZAFT created the ZGMF-X56S Impulse Gundam as part of the Second Stage Series of new Gundam-type mobile suits. The Impulse is similar to the GAT-X105 Strike Gundam, created by the Earth Alliance during the First Alliance-PLANT Wa…
- What was the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam developed from?
- The ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam was developed from ZGMF-X56S Impulse Gundam. Its full development lineage is mapped on the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam evolution tree.
- What mobile suits were developed from the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam?
- 1 unit was developed from or built as variants of the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam: ZGMF-56E2/γ Blast Impulse Gundam Spec II.
- Which factions operated the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam?
- The ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam was operated by Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty.
- How big is the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam?
- The ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam stands 19.21 m tall, is armoured in Variable Phase Shift armor.
- Which Gundam series does the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam appear in?
- The ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast 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 Astray (Photo-Novel), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: The Edge and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Generation of C.E.
- Which Gundam games is the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam in?
- The ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam is playable in 5 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 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/γ Blast Impulse Gundam?
- Yes — 5 model kits are catalogued for the ZGMF-X56S/γ Blast Impulse Gundam, alongside 5 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.
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