GNY-003F Gundam Abulhool Type F

GNY-003F Gundam Abulhool Type F (aka Gundam Abulhool F, Abulhool F), is the upgraded version of the original GNY-003 Gundam Abulhool, predecessor to GN-003 Gundam Kyrios, and part of the second generation Gundams in Mobile Suit Gundam 00F. The unit is piloted by Fon Spaak.

Technology & Combat Characteristics
Gundam Abulhool Type F is the enhanced version of GNY-003 Gundam Abulhool. Under CB's shadow team, Fereshte, Abulhool Type F had undergone system upgrades. Although its internal systems had been modernized, superficially, it's the only Gundam in Fereshte's possession that wasn't visibly enhanced. Abulhool Type F's capabilities are relatively the same as before.

Like the original, the unit is a transformable aerial stealth infiltration unit. It's disguised as a 5th generation fighter jet and utilizes a hybrid propulsion system of GN Particles and plasma. When performing stealth missions, the pilot utilizes the plasma drives to help complete the disguise that it's not a CB unit. The Fereshte team repainted it with a black and orange scheme, but it's unclear is it merely a cosmetic change or made to help it blend into dark environments better.

Nothing has been changed for its MS transformation. Abulhool swings its legs 90° downwards and activates the primary head for MS Mode; the fighter nose section remains extended. Primitive robotic manipulator pincers unfold under its air intake ports, acting as its "arms." Its AMBAC system gives it better controlled maneuverability, a feature only given in its MS form.

Abulhool F retains its original systems. It can utilize its Optical Camouflage system. Along with releasing GN Particles, Abulhool would be virtually invisible to enemy detection. The nose of its fighter has a sensor system, made as a secondary MS head that can swivel upwards to 90° for enhance sensor analysis. The chest area of Abulhool is also the nose in its fighter jet form. There, the extra head can provide additional sensory data and used as a pop-up gun for the pilot. The only significant change is the use of the Trans-Am System. Now unlocked, Abulhool Type F can be temporarily enhanced to perform three times its specifications.

For combat, Abulhool retained its original capabilities without relevant enhancements. It has a pair of GN Vulcans for dog-fighting and optional missile pods on each side of the wings for extended range combat. The GN Vulcans are built into the crown of the sensor-head and are utilized interchangeably in both forms. Abulhool's melee combat capabilities are limited to kicks and its manipulator arms for limited grabbing and jabbing against its opponent. Overall, aside from Trans-Am and a paint job, Abulhool F doesn't seem to have any significant enhancements to its combat capabilities.

Armaments

 * GN Vulcan
 * These weapons are smaller cousins to the GN Beam weapon. Abulhool's are located in both heads, ensuring a wide field of fire. Purely secondary weapons, they are used to engage soft targets, and in a defensive capacity.


 * GN Missiles
 * The Abulhool is capable of being equipped with the same three-tube GN missile launcher that Kyrios uses. The missile launchers are mounted to the underside of the wings.


 * Manipulators
 * The manipulators are pincer like weapons that serve as the Abulhool's "arms". The pincers can only be used in MS mode, and have a very limited range of movement. However, the the manipulators can also be used for grabbing weapons and/or objects.

System Features

 * Optical Camouflage
 * Trans-Am System

Variants

 * GNY-003FB Black Gundam Abulhool Type F

Azadistan
While Dynames/Lockon was engaging Graham Aker in the Azadistan desert, Fon Spaak was dispatched with Abulhool to provide support. Abulhool had a brief encounter with Ali Al Saachez, but didn't fight him and flew off.

Notes & Trivia

 * Abulhool is Arabic in origin from abu elhool literally meaning "father of fear" used to refer to the Great Sphinx.


 * The mobile suit mode of the GNY-003 bears some similarity to the GERWALK moke of the variable fighters of the Macross franchise.