RGM-79C GM Type C

The RGM-79C GM Kai is an improved version of one of the Earth Federation's first mass production mobile suit, the RGM-79[E] GM Precession Type. It first appearing in the final portion of the One Year War.

Combat Characteristics
The weaponry of the GM Sniper Custom was simple and consisted of only a single beam saber, a beam gun and a sniper beam rifle.

Beam saber
As with most other EFF mobile suits, the GM Sniper Custom was armed with a single beam saber for close combat. This beam saber could be mounted fixed on a forearm besides being hand-carried.

Beam gun
For ranged combat a single beam gun could be used by the suit. This gun could be mounted on one of the storage racks on the legs of the suit and was powered by a replaceable e-cap.

History
After the end of the OYW, the Federation forces began a massive restructuring and rebuilding of its military strength. Finally recognizing that Mobile Suit warfare was here to stay they set about improving on their own mass-produced Mobile Suit the RGM-79 GM.

This improved model was dubbed the RGM-79C Kai, and was similar to the original GM in its armaments and abilities. The C-Type did feature greatly improved thrust and its maneuverability was greatly improved too. This unit became the standard production model for frontline units gradually phasing out the older GM. The C-Type would also remain the mainstay of Federation forces until the introduction of the RGM-79R GM II in 0087.