High-Grade Universal Century (HGUC)

The RX-93-ν2 Hi-ν Gundam (pronounced "High-New") is an alternate interpretation of the RX-93 ν Gundam which appears in Mobile Suit Gundam: Beltorchika's Children. It is piloted by Amuro Ray. Originally developed in the Anaheim Electronics facility near Von Braun, the Hi-Nu Gundam's basic design was an update of past Gundam Type mobile suits, returning to the basics of Federation-made mobile suits and going against the trend of larger and more complex mobile suit designs at the time. Its most notable feature was a set of six all-range weapons mounted on its back, known as "Fin Funnels", which were capable of both attack and defense. This made it the first full spec Newtype-use Gundam type mobile suit.The Hi-Nu Gundam also featured a Psycommu system designed by its main pilot and engineer, Amuro Ray. Originally, the system only served as the control mechanism for the Fin Funnels. However, after the Londo Bell captured a MSN-03-2 Psycho Doga used by Neo Zeon, the Psycho-Frame technology obtained from it was incorporated into the Hi-Nu Gundam, improving its responsiveness via brainwave controls.Other than the Fin Funnels, the Hi-Nu Gundam was also armed with a pair of head-mounted vulcan guns and an arsenal of custom-made weapons: a beam rifle, a new hyper bazooka, three beam sabers (one on each back-mounted funnel rack, one inside a saber rack in the left forearm), a machine gun mounted in the right forearm, and a shield with built-in ranged weaponry. The Hi-Nu Gundam was completed within three months, this was the result of the maturation of movable frame technology, the tireless effort of engineers, as well as Amuro's own deep understanding of mobile suits.

The HGUC 1/144 MS-06R-1A Zaku II High Mobility Type (Shin Matsunaga Custom) is a detailed model kit representing the custom mobile suit piloted by the renowned Zeon ace, Shin Matsunaga, known as the "White Wolf," from the Mobile Suit Gundam series. This High Grade Universal Century (HGUC) kit offers an accurate portrayal of the high mobility Zaku II variant, featuring enhanced articulation and a distinctive color scheme. Key Features: Scale: 1/144 Articulation: Engineered with multiple points of articulation, allowing for dynamic and expressive poses. Accessories: Includes a range of weaponry and equipment: Zaku Machine Gun Zaku Bazooka Heat Hawk Hand parts for various poses Marking decals for added detailing Design Details: Features the unique white and gray color scheme associated with Shin Matsunaga's custom unit, with detailed parts to accurately represent the high mobility modifications. Release Information: Released in 2013 as part of Bandai's HGUC lineup, this model kit provides builders with a faithful recreation of the MS-06R-1A Zaku II High Mobility Type, celebrating one of Zeon's legendary pilots. The HGUC 1/144 MS-06R-1A Zaku II High Mobility Type (Shin Matsunaga Custom) is an excellent addition for Gunpla enthusiasts and fans of the Gundam series, offering a blend of intricate design and poseability.

The Bandai HGUC 1/144 MSA-0011[Ext] Ex-S Gundam Model Kit is a High Grade Universal Century (HGUC) model representing the advanced Ex-S Gundam from the Gundam Sentinel series. This kit offers a detailed and rewarding building experience, capturing the intricate design and formidable weaponry of the Ex-S Gundam. Key Features: Scale and Materials: 1/144 scale model kit crafted from high-quality injection-molded plastic, ensuring durability and precision in assembly. Articulation: Features multiple points of articulation, allowing for dynamic poses that showcase the Ex-S Gundam's versatility in combat. Weaponry and Accessories: Equipped with: Beam Smart Gun Beam Sabers Incom Unit Propellant Tanks Design Details: Includes intricate detailing that reflects the complex design of the Ex-S Gundam, with options for various configurations and display possibilities. Release Information: Released as part of Bandai's HGUC line, this model kit provides an accurate and detailed representation of the MSA-0011[Ext] Ex-S Gundam, appealing to both collectors and model builders. The Bandai HGUC 1/144 MSA-0011[Ext] Ex-S Gundam Model Kit is an excellent addition for fans of the Gundam series and model enthusiasts seeking a comprehensive and detailed build.

The HGUC 1/144 MSN-04 Sazabi Metallic Coating Version is a High Grade model kit that brings Char Aznable's formidable mobile suit from Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack to life with a stunning metallic finish. This kit offers an engaging building experience, showcasing the Sazabi's distinctive design and extensive armament. Key Features: Scale and Materials: 1/144 scale model kit crafted from high-quality injection-molded plastic, featuring a brilliant metallic coating that enhances its visual appeal. Articulation: Fully poseable with polycap joints, allowing for dynamic and expressive poses. Weaponry and Accessories: Equipped with: Beam Shot Rifle Beam Tomahawk with two optional beam effect parts Two Beam Sabers Shield 12 Funnels (six in storage mode and six in deployed mode) Design Details: Features a movable mono eye and openable funnel containers, accurately reflecting the Sazabi's distinctive appearance. Stickers for its mono eye and markings are provided to add detail to the completed model. Release Information: Released in January 2010 as part of Bandai's High Grade Universal Century (HGUC) line, this limited edition kit reissues the acclaimed MSN-04 Sazabi model with a metallic coating, offering both builders and collectors a visually striking rendition of the legendary mobile suit. The HGUC 1/144 MSN-04 Sazabi Metallic Coating Version is an excellent addition for fans of the Gundam series and model builders seeking a distinctive and detailed representation of this iconic mobile suit.

The HGUC 1/144 RX-93 Nu Gundam Metallic Coating Version is a High Grade model kit that brings Amuro Ray's iconic mobile suit from Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack to life with a stunning metallic finish. This kit offers an engaging building experience, showcasing the Nu Gundam's distinctive design and formidable weaponry. Key Features: Scale and Materials: 1/144 scale model kit crafted from high-quality injection-molded plastic, featuring a metallic coating that enhances its visual appeal. Articulation: Equipped with polycap-jointed articulation, allowing for dynamic poses that reflect the Nu Gundam's agility and combat readiness. Weaponry and Accessories: Fully equipped with: Two types of beam sabers Beam rifle New hyper bazooka Distinctive fin funnels, detachable from its back and can be set in firing mode Design Details: The metallic coating provides a premium finish, enhancing the model's display presence. Stickers are provided to add detail to the completed model. Release Information: Released as part of Bandai's High Grade Universal Century (HGUC) line, this kit reissues the acclaimed RX-93 Nu Gundam model with a metallic coating, offering both builders and collectors a visually striking rendition of the legendary mobile suit. The HGUC 1/144 RX-93 Nu Gundam Metallic Coating Version is an excellent addition for fans of the Gundam series and model builders seeking a distinctive and detailed representation of this iconic mobile suit.

The HGUC 1/144 FA-93HWS Nu Gundam Heavy Weapon System is a High Grade model kit that brings to life the enhanced version of the RX-93 ν Gundam from the Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack series. This kit offers an engaging building experience, showcasing the mobile suit's formidable armament and distinctive design. Key Features: Scale and Materials: 1/144 scale model kit crafted from high-quality injection-molded plastic, ensuring durability and ease of assembly. Articulation: Features polycap-jointed articulation, allowing for dynamic poses that highlight its combat readiness. Weaponry and Accessories: Equipped with: Beam Rifle New Hyper Bazooka Two Beam Sabers High Mega Shield Hyper Mega Rifle Fin Funnels Design Details: The Heavy Weapon System parts can be attached or removed, allowing for display in either standard or heavily armed configurations. The kit comes molded in color, reducing the need for additional painting. Release Information: Released in 2009 as part of Bandai's High Grade Universal Century (HGUC) line, this kit represents the ν Gundam's enhanced form as conceptualized in the Char's Counterattack: Mobile Suit Variations (CCA-MSV). The HGUC 1/144 FA-93HWS ν Gundam Heavy Weapon System is an excellent addition for fans of the Universal Century timeline and model builders seeking a detailed and versatile representation of this iconic mobile suit.

The MSM-03C Hygogg is a mass-produced amphibious mobile suit introduced in Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket. Known pilots include Mikhail Kaminsky, Andy Strauss and Gabriel Ramirez Garcia of the Cyclops Team .Although the MSM-03 Gogg was one of the first true amphibious mobile suits, it was handicapped by several problems including being under-powered, limited armament, and poor performance on land. To address these shortcomings, the Hygogg was developed. Introduced at the end of the One Year War, this machine was designed from scratch and retained only its predecessor's basic concepts. The result was a smaller, lighter, compact, and more powerful machine equipped with an improved generator and better weaponry. Its agility and mobility in water and on land were also enhanced. Additionally, production costs were reduced due to the implementation of standardized parts, including the cockpit, derived from the United Maintenance Plan, which greatly enhanced repairs and servicing.The Hygogg's shoulder armor can flip down and its arms can be retracted to assume a streamlined form for improved underwater cruising, while an optional jet pack can be mounted on the back for short aerial mobility. Weapon wise, a pair of 120mm machine cannons are mounted in the waist, four torpedo launchers in the head, vice claws in the forearm, and its primary weapon is a pair of hand-mounted beam cannons similar to the Z'Gok series, allowing for better ranged attack. In U.C. 0096, Hygoggs used by a pirate faction had the beam cannons replaced with a pair of gatling guns.

The MS-06R-2 Zaku II High Mobility Type is a limited production space combat mobile suit. It was first featured in the original design series Mobile Suit Variations (MSV). One of the last machines in the Zaku II High Mobility Type series, the MS-06R-2 Zaku II High Mobility Type was Zeonic Company's entry in the competition for the Principality of Zeon's next generation space-use mainstay MS. It was a replacement for the beam weaponry equipped MS-11 (later the MS-14 Gelgoog) which was facing delays in development. The competition was one of Zeon's responses to the Earth Federation Forces' successful development of their own MS and their counter offenses.The R-2 had a complicated development history that reflected the confusion that plagued the Zeon’s mobile suit development. It is based on the MS-06R-2P Zaku II High Mobility Test Type, which was intended to be able to use beam weaponry, but failed to reach a practical level. However, the suit exhibited high capabilities even without beam weaponry, and was later redesigned into the high mobility R-2 which uses normal Zaku II weapons. The R-2’s exterior is almost identical to the past Zaku II High Mobility Type machines, but it has been greatly altered in various areas, such as a new generator with higher output, a different chest piece, higher propellant capacity, and the use of lighter and better armor material in some sections. Thus, the R-2 has higher performance and is lighter than the R-1 and the R-1A Types.The R-2 was reputed as a “Gelgoog wearing a Zaku’s skin” for its high capabilities. In fact, it used parts meant for the still in development Gelgoog in its construction. A result of this is that its legs’ internal structure has been redesigned. The R-2’s legs are also better armored compared to previous Zaku High Mobility Types, offering better protection against enemies attacks. These added armor also make the silhouette of the R-2’s legs more similar to that of the Gelgoog’s. It should however be noted that the shape of the leg armor can vary slightly from machine to machine. Like the other Zaku High Mobility Types, the R-2 has propellant tanks in the calfs and thighs to increase the operating time of the legs’ propulsion devices.The suit’s backpack is based on those used by past Zaku High Mobility Type machines, but the propellant tank at the top is enlarged and holds 18% more fuel than the R-1A Type’s. Other features of the backpack remain the same, such as large thruster nozzles, an exposed roll bar at the top that could facilitate exchange of propellant tank or the entire backpack, and fin-shaped stabilizers at the bottom that can move together with the thrusters, granting the suit high mobility and maneuverability. The R-2’s communication and sensor systems are also enhanced like the past Zaku High Mobility Types. Despite having a blade antenna on its head, this does not indicate that the suit is a commander use machine as with the usual Zaku II. Instead, it is said that the suit’s designer included the blade antenna simply for decorative purposes, and it is present on all the R-2 machines during roll out. The particularly shape of blade antenna used is known as the stabilizer type.Despite having better specifications, the R-2 lost the competition to the Zimmad Company’s MS-09R Rick Dom due to issues with cost and operating conditions. In the end, only four R-2 were produced, and they were deployed to ace pilots, such as Johnny Ridden.

The MS-09 Dom (aka MS-09B Dom) is a mass-production ground combat mobile suit introduced in Mobile Suit Gundam. Its most well known pilots are the Black Tri-Stars. A heavy mobile suit developed by Zimmad, the MS-09 Dom was a ground combat machine equipped with hovercraft technology. It was fitted with thermonuclear jets and rockets under its feet, allowing it to quickly move across the ground, greatly improving its mobility compared to previous ground-use mobile suits. Thanks to sensors located in front of its feet, it was able to traverse uneven terrain. While in cruising mode, it could hover across the ground using only its thermonuclear jets. The Dom can hover at a maximum speed of 381 km/hr for up to 5 hours.Its primary thrusters adopted the Saturn Engine, a type of thermonuclear engine that used heavy elements such as zinc and lead as propellant, granting it higher thrust than thermonuclear engines that used lighter elements as propellant. The mobile suit's design was largely unchanged from the YMS-09 Prototype Dom aside from its appearance. It inherited the same cross-shaped monoeye rail from the MS-07C-5 Gouf Test Prototype, granting it an improved view of aerial targets. Lateral field of view was obtained by auxiliary sensors.For defense, the Dom was heavily protected, adopting a unique "skirt armor" design to protect weak points in the back, such as thrusters. Its cockpit hatch armor, which was its greatest weakness in the front, was also greatly enhanced. However, since the cockpit was entered directly from the front of the Dom, pilots in desert and wetland areas complained that the console panel would become dirty from entering and exiting. Meanwhile, the Dom's head was merged into its chest, a design intended to deflect and ricochet enemy projectiles, as well as lowering the possibility of being hit.The Dom's primary weapon, the 360mm Giant Bazooka, was developed in parallel with the mobile suit. It was capable of sinking a space cruiser with a single shot. It was also armed with a heat saber for close combat, as well as a scattering beam cannon in its chest, which was capable of blinding the enemy. It was said that the beam cannon was originally intended to be an energy port for beam weapons, but was repurposed after the development of beam weapons was delayed.