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The MS-06J Zaku II Ground Type is one of several variants of the MS-06 Zaku II line of Mobile Suits.

Technology & Combat Characteristics[]

A modified version of the MS-06F Zaku II designed for ground combat, the J-type superficially resembled the F-type, but had many internal differences. It removed any space-use equipment that would have become dead weight under gravity, reduced the oxidizer in the propellant, and adopted an air cooling system, leading to a completely different basic structure around its reactor.[1] Due to the removal of unnecessary equipment, it was lighter compared to the F-type, leading to less power loss under gravity.[2]

To account for atmospheric distortion, the light receptor semiconductor unit and measurement software of its monoeye were both updated from the ones used by the F-type, and it featured a more accurate infrared sensor. Its manipulators were coated with soft material for improved sealing, with a new software installed to account for the constant 1G gravity.[1]

The F-type's AMBAC system was omitted, and the space used for leg sub-thrusters were used to mount newly designed anti-ground sensors. A pair of hardpoints that also serve as I/O ports were added to its legs. However, the sub-thrusters at the bottom of its feet were untouched, as they could improve mobility when used in conjunction with the main thrusters. This would eventually inspire the thermonuclear jet hover drive used by the MS-09B Dom.[1]

The J-type mostly used the same weapons as the F-type. However, due to recoil being less problematic under gravity, it was able to equip various optional equipment, including leg-mounted missile pods, the Magella Top cannon, and cracker grenades.[2]

Armaments[]

  • Shoulder Shield
Mounted on the right shoulder, it is a simple defense used to block most physical projectiles.
  • Spiked Shoulder Shield
A shoulder shield with a set of spikes on it to enhance its melee combat abilities.
  • Knuckle Shield
The knuckle shield is a modified Zaku II shoulder shield carried on the arm, with the curve of the armor fitting over the mobile suit's hand. One of the modifications is the additions of three spikes placed on the plate that rests in front of the hand. These spikes make the knuckle shield an effective bashing weapon.
  • 120mm Machine Gun
A standard weapon for Zaku type mobile suits. It is a shell firing gun that does not require energy to be used, however its effectiveness against heavy armor is very limited. It holds 100 rounds per drum with spare drums that can be stored on waist armor racks.
  • MMP-80/90mm Ver.8 Machine Gun
An alternative to the 120mm Machine Gun. It used 90mm bullets instead of 120mm type, allowing for a greater firing speed and better penetration capabilities. The machine gun is magazine-fed with 32 rounds per mag.
  • H&L-SB25K/280mmA-P Zaku Bazooka
The 280mm Zaku Bazooka was another standard weapon that could be equipped to a Zaku type mobile suit. The bazooka fired explosive rounds that were quite effective against the armor of Earth Federation mobile suits and battleships. Can be stored on the rear waist armor when not in use.
  • 120mm Assault Rifle
A new model assault rifle that appears to be an upgrade of the MMP-78 machine gun.
  • 880mmRB-T27 Raketen Bazooka
A new heavy bazooka which features powerful rocket-propelled rounds, and improved targeting sensor with protective cover for aiming. The bazooka is magazine-fed and can hold 5 rounds per magazine.
  • ZIM/M·T-K175C 175mm Recoilless Rifle
The main gun of the Magella Attack main battle tank, it is remodeled as an MS artillery weapon. It is mainly used for long distance attacks in ground combat, and can be loaded with HEAT or APFSDS rounds.
  • Heat Hawk
An axe-shaped close combat weapon, it uses a super-heated blade to cut through the armor of enemy MS or vehicles. The thermal energy is generated by the power output of the Zaku II's thermonuclear reactor and relayed through the MS' hands.
A simplified, disposable rocket launcher. As the warhead is not equipped with a guidance device, it is extremely hard to use the Sturm Faust to hit a moving target accurately. However, it is still a highly destructive portable weapon.
  • MIP-B6 Cracker Grenade
Identical to those used by infantry, the cracker grenade is an explosive weapons designed to be thrown or launched by the MS and detonate after a set amount of time. The "cracker" breaks into several smaller munitions over a wide area. The Zaku II can optionally equip up to four cracker grenades, that are stored on the left and right waist armor racks, with two on each side.
  • Stick Hand Grenade
A throwing weapon seen used by a J-type Zaku of the Semovente Corps.
  • S-Mine
Anti-personnel explosives fired from various locations on the Zaku's body. They then explode in the air, raining down small metal shrapnels, killing approaching enemy soldiers.
  • 3-tube Missile Pod
A pair of optional 3-tube missile pods can be mounted on the legs for mid to long-range attacks.
  • 3-tube Missile Launcher
An optional 3-tube missile launcher can be attached to the left forearm. It is similar to the model used by the MS-06D Zaku Desert Type and MS-14C Gelgoog Cannon.
  • Flamethrower
A handheld incendiary device which can project a long, controllable stream of fire to incinerate targets such as mobile suits, infrastructures, infantry units and combat vehicles.
  • YHI YF-MG100 100mm Machine Gun
A handheld firearm captured from the Federation's ground forces. Equipped with a box magazine and folding stock, it has excellent rate of fire and is easy to wield. It utilized a smoothbore type barrel that lacked rifling and has to be replaced after firing 3000 rounds. The weapon could utilize three different types of ammunitions: HEAT (High Explosive Anti Tank), APFSDS (Armor-Piercing Fin-Stabilized Discarding-Sabot), and HESH (High Explosive Squash Head).

History[]

The MS-06J rolled out in late September, U.C. 0078, at Zeonic's Mahal factory, around the same time as the F-type's rollout. By the time the Principality of Zeon announced national mobilization in October of the same year, around 80 units of MS-06J had already been produced.[1] However, full production of the J-type only began after Zeon launched its invasion of Earth in February, U.C. 0079.[3] It was mostly produced from Granada and, following its capture, the California Base.[2]

During the First Landing Operation on 1 March, U.C. 0079, more than half of the mobile suits that landed as part of the 1st Ground Mobile Division were MS-06F, most of which were later modified into MS-06J during overhaul. By the Second and Third Landing Operations on the 11th and the 18th, most of the mobile suits that landed were the MS-06J.[4]

The J-type was used by Ramba Ral's unit to attack the White Base on 3 November, as revenge for the death of Garma Zabi.[3]

On 9 December, following Zeon's defeat during Operation Odessa, a portion of the retreating Zeon forces launched into space in a large number of HLVs. Seeing an opportunity, the Federation Forces at Luna II deployed RB-79 Balls to hunt down the defenseless HLVs. Multiple J-type Zakus exited their HLVs and attempted to fight back. However, since they lacked AMBAC systems, they were unable to maneuver effectively in space, causing many of them to be destroyed by the Balls.[5]

Following Zeon's retreat from Earth, parts for the MS-06J were reused in the production of the MP-02A Oggo mobile pod.[6]

Variants[]

  • MS-06J Zaku II Cold Districts Type
A Zaku II Ground Type that has had cold protection treatment applied to its drive sections, spikes added to the bottom of the feet, and a sensor added to the left side of the head along with being painted white.

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Notes & Trivia[]

  • When the original series aired, there was no distinction between the Zakus seen in space and those seen on the ground. The book Gundam Century, which was released after the series ended, was the first source that used the "MS-06J" model number to refer to ground type Zakus. This distinction was later made official in Mobile Suit Variation and first mentioned on-screen in Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO: The Hidden One Year War.
  • The S-Mines were originally used by Topp's MS-05B Zaku I in Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team. It was first shown used by a Zaku II in Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO 2: The Gravity Front. The name of the weapon is likely a reference to a similar anti-personnel mine used by Germany in World War II.
  • Doan's Zaku II Ground Type appears in the Extreme Vs. as a 1000 cost unit in Full Boost and at a 1500 cost in succeeding games. As the Zaku lacks its basic weapons, Doan must fling small boulders, which are faster but travel at a smaller distance, or large boulders, which can travel far, deflect certain beams, but have less ammunition. Additionally, Doan can summon Amuro Ray's FF-X7 Core Fighter for assistance, though this was replaced in Extreme Vs. 2 for the full RX-78-2 Gundam either performing a shield charge towards the opponent or firing its beam rifle. Doan also has a special sidestep to avoid attacks, and Gundam Versus and Extreme Vs. 2 also gave the Zaku a frontal charge with additional resilience to help close in on foes. For its burst attack, the Zaku would have the aptly named "Doan Punch", a single punch delivering massive damage to an opponent. The Zaku gains additional armor during its burst attack, allowing it to absorb hits from beam rifles and melee attacks just to perform the punch.

References[]

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Master Grade MS-05F/J Zaku II (1995) instruction manual
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 Mobile Suit Variation 1 - Zaku Edition (1983), p.155-158
  3. 3.0 3.1 Master Grade MS-06J Zaku II Ver 2.0 (2007) instruction manual
  4. Mobile Suit Variation 2 - Zeon MS, MA Edition (1983), p.155-158
  5. Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO: The Hidden One Year War Episode 3: Dance of the Orbital Ghosts
  6. Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO Mission Complete (2009), p.61

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