MRX-002 Newtype Use Prototype Gundam

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The MRX-002 Newtype Use Prototype Gundam is a prototype mobile suit from the MSV90 design series featured in the Comic BonBon March 1990 issue. It was illustrated by Tatsuya Tomosugi.

Technology & Combat Characteristics

A prototype unit developed from the RX-78NT-1 Gundam "Alex" and equipped with Zeon's Psycommu System, its main armaments consists of ten wire-guided bits. To offset the extra weight these weapons put on the mobile suit, it was fitted with several vernier thrusters on various points on the frame. The backpack can also be detached to function independently as a fighter aircraft.

Armaments

• Wire-guided Bit

The Newtype Use Prototype Gundam carries a total of ten wire-guided bits all over its body. They are located on the forearms, shoulders, legs, and backpack.

Special Equipment & Features

• Psycommu System

The Psycommu allows the pilot to mentally control the bits via brainwaves.

History

The Newtype Use Prototype Gundam was designed but never manufactured. The concept of a large mobile weapon later returned in the MRX-009 Psyco Gundam.

Gallery

External links

• MRX-002 Newtype Use Prototype Gundam