MS-05L Zaku I Sniper Type

MS-05L Zaku I Sniper is a variation of the MS-05B Zaku I. It first appeared as a part of Harmony of Gundam variations design by Hajime Katoki.

Technology & Combat Characteristics
The MS-05L Zaku I Sniper Type is a MS-05B Zaku I reequipped for sniping purposes. Over the normal type, this mobile suit has an improved mono-eye sensor and redesigned head for better visibility and durability. For powering its beam sniper rifle, it is outfitted with an external auxiliary reactor with a rated ouput of 700 kW. The right knee has a collapsible strut for increased targeting and firing stability. Other weaponary include standard head vulcans and a single heat hawk.

Armaments

 * Beam Sniper Rifle


 * Vulcan Gun


 * Heat Hawk

History
Towards the conclusion of the One Year War, supply shortages forced the Principality of Zeon to deploy old, refurbished mobile suits in battle. Most MS-05 Zaku I variants returned to service without significant changes, but some units were refitted to be Sniper Type units.

Alternate History
In the series Model Suit Gunpla Builders Beginning G, the MS-05L Zaku I Sniper Type is the Gunpla model used by one of Koji Matsumoto's teammates and participates in the 3 on 3 battle against Haru Irei's team.