Overview of the Most Imposing Gundam Mecha
- The RX-124 Gundam TR-6 [Queenly] stands tall at 131 feet, featuring upgraded weapon capabilities.
- The MRX-009 Psycho Gundam, also measuring 131 feet, was engineered for Newtype control.
- With a staggering height of 184 feet, the GFAS-X1 Destroy Gundam is equipped with exceptional firepower.
Mobile Suit Gundam may not have pioneered the mecha or space opera genres, but its ingenious melding of the two has solidified its status as an iconic series. From the original 1979 storyline through to later iterations like Gundam Wing, the franchise captivates audiences with intricate plots involving multifaceted space politics, the harrowing costs of war, and thrilling interstellar clashes. Supporting merchandise, including toys and models, further enhances its cultural footprint.
The appeal of the series is heightened by the impressive designs of its mecha units, with each universe introducing massive designs that have become fan favorites. In this article, we explore some of the largest Gundams to ever hit the screens, ranging from colossal mobile suits to those that could almost command their own orbits.
10 Xvg-xxx Vagan Gear
The Ultimate Weapon of the Vagans
- Debut: Mobile Suit Gundam AGE
- Height: 31m / 101.7ft
Strategically introducing a hidden ace has long been a tactical approach in warfare. Falk Ocramud recognized this during the closing stages of Mobile Suit Gundam AGE when he commanded the launch of the Xvg-xxx Vagan Gear. Designed for Zera Gins, this impressive model measures just over 100 feet, comparable to the height of the Hanuman idol located in Chhindwara, India, or the length of an extravagant superyacht. Though its lifespan was cut short when it merged with the unmanned Sid, the ensuing conflict ultimately led to a focus on peace rather than revenge.
9 RX-104FF Penelope Gundam
The Queen of Gundams
- Debut: Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway
- Height: 32.5m / 106.62ft
The narrative of Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway takes place in the aftermath of Char’s Counterattack, depicting the Earth Federation government as increasingly corrupt and the target of a series of terrorist activities from the enigmatic “Mafty”group. As governmental attacks increase, Lane Aim, a member of the Circe Unit, becomes the test pilot for the mighty RX-104FF Penelope Gundam, which is loaded with formidable armaments, including funnel missiles, a beam rifle, and a Mega Particle Cannon—essential in combating Hathaway’s similarly powerful Ksi Gundam.
8 ZGMF-X11A Regenerate Gundam
Standing Tall Through the Ages
- Debut: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray R
- Height: 35.61m / 116.83ft
Standing at nearly 117 feet, the ZGMF-X11A Regenerate Gundam eclipses the Penelope model by over 10 feet. For a frame of reference, it’s about the height of the Longships Lighthouse in Cornwall, UK. This mobile suit was reverse-engineered from the Earth Federation’s G-Project units and features a multifaceted transformation capability, switching between Mobile Suit, Mobile Armor, and Mobile Armor Cruise. Initially, it was the largest mobile suit available, until new models began to emerge.
7 RX-78GP03 (RX-78GP03D) Gundam “Dendrobium”
A Hybrid: Mecha and Space Base
- Debut: Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory
- Height: 38.5m / 126.31ft, Width: 62m / 203.41ft
Shifting gears from traditional mobile suits, the RX-78GP03 (RX-78GP03D) Gundam “Dendrobium” showcases an extraordinary fusion of mecha and battleground. Emerging from Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory, this design combines the Stamen Gundam with the Orchis armed base. While its appearance may provoke mixed reactions, its formidable size at over 126 feet and advanced capabilities are indisputable, demonstrating a design that defiantly challenges conventional standards.
6 RX-124 Gundam TR-6 [Queenly] Full Armor Form
Delivering a Royal Beatdown
- Debut: Advance of Zeta: The Flag of Titans
- Height: 40m / 131.23ft
While its aesthetics may not convey regality, the RX-124 Gundam TR-6 [Queenly] brings significant firepower to the battlefield and has been constructed by integrating parts from the Psycho Gundam Mk-2. The upgraded Full Armor Form is utilized by the Titans Test Team (T3 Corps) and boasts a height that matches some of the world’s largest structures, exemplifying both size and might.
5 MRX-009 Psycho Gundam
The Behemoth of Destruction
- Debut: Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam
- Height: 40m / 131.23ft
The MRX-009 Psycho Gundam, while visually distinct from the Queenly, shares much of its technological foundation, conceived partly due to Char Aznable’s MSN-02 Zeong inspiration. With its equally imposing height, it stands as a giant in its own right, housing the groundbreaking Psycommu system that enables Newtypes to pilot it telepathically. Additionally, it was intended as a Mobile Fortress, equipped with defensive systems that would later inform its successor.
4 MRX-010 Psycho Gundam Mk-2
Enhanced Size and Power
- Debut: Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam
- Height: 40.74m / 133.66ft
The evolution of the MRX-010 Psycho Gundam Mk-2 enhances the unique Psycommu functionality to support not just Newtypes but also Cyber Newtypes—individuals modified with psychokinetic enhancements. This upgrade enables greater operational capacity without overburdening its energy resources, resulting in a slight increase in size to nearly 134 feet and enhancing its prominence on the battlefield.
3 GFAS-X1 Destroy Gundam
Unmatched Size and Firepower
- Debut: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny
- Height: 56.30m / 184.71ft, Width: 38.07m / 124.9ft
The GFAS-X1 Destroy Gundam epitomizes sheer destructive capability, equipped with an arsenal of weapons including cannons, beam guns, and missile launchers engineered for magnified damage to urban environments. In its Mobile Suit form, it reaches an imposing 185 feet, akin to the height of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, while its broad width resembles that of a colossal ocean liner. Despite its might, this formidable unit was eventually outmatched in combat by the Rising Freedom Gundam and Justice Gundam.
2 Grand Master Gundam
A Colossal Presence
- Debut: Mobile Fighter G Gundam
- Size: Approximately 83m / 272.34ft
Characterized by its sheer enormity, the Grand Master Gundam is distinctive for its composition, formed from the wreckage of previous Gundams. Its regenerative capabilities and adaptability grant it formidable advantages in combat. Although specific measurements are unofficial, extrapolations based on comparisons to competitors indicate that it spans approximately 272 feet—surpassing even the International Space Station, and establishing a new standard in mecha size.
1 Colony Devil Gundam
Reaching New Heights, Both Figuratively and Literally
- Debut: Mobile Fighter G Gundam
- Height: 23.9m / 78.4ft (as JDG-00X Devil Gundam), evolves to the size of a colony
The Colony Devil Gundam redefines size within the Gundam universe, initially appearing as the JDG-00X Devil Gundam at 78.4 feet. However, through its self-repairing abilities and adaptability, it magnified its form to astonishing proportions, ultimately becoming the size of a space colony. This evolution is not only visually stunning but also thematically significant, as it poignantly illustrates the consequences of technology gone awry.
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