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{{Infobox/Mobile Weapon Ver.2
  
{{Infobox/Mobile Weapon Ver.2
 
|top=''This article is about the [[mobile suit]]. For the anime series this unit is named after, see [[Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ]].''
  
|top=''This article is about the [[mobile suit]]. For the anime series this unit is named after, see [[Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ]].''
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|image=Msz-010.jpg;Front (MS)
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|image=Msz-010.jpg;Front (MS Mode)
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MSZ-010(ZZ-GUNDAM) back.jpg;Rear (MS)
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MSZ-010(ZZ-GUNDAM) back.jpg;Rear (MS Mode)
 
MSZ-010-ballute.jpg;Rear (w/ Ballute System)
  
MSZ-010-ballute.jpg;Rear (w/ Ballute System)
 
Msz-010-coretop.jpg;Core Top
 
Msz-010-coretop.jpg;Core Top
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|designation=MSZ-010
  
|designation=MSZ-010
 
|archetype=MSZ-009 Prototype ZZ Gundam, MSZ-009B Prototype ZZ Gundam B Type
  
|archetype=MSZ-009 Prototype ZZ Gundam, MSZ-009B Prototype ZZ Gundam B Type
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|first=0088
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|first=March 3, 0088
 
|era=Universal Century
  
|era=Universal Century
 
|mechdesigner=Makoto Kobayashi~draft, Hideo Okamoto~cleanup
  
|mechdesigner=Makoto Kobayashi~draft, Hideo Okamoto~cleanup
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|powerplant=Minovsky Ultracompact Fusion Reactor
  
|powerplant=Minovsky Ultracompact Fusion Reactor
 
|poweroutput=7340
  
|poweroutput=7340
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|propRocketThrusters=2 x 21700, 4 x 14400, 2 x 17300, 2 x 16300, 4 x 5240
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|thrusterlayout=2 x 21700~ZZ Gundam, 4 x 14400~ZZ Gundam, 2 x 17300~Core Base, 2 x 16300~Core Top, 4 x 5240~Core Fighter
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|propRocketThrusters=101000~ZZ Gundam
 
|propVernierThrusters=32
  
|propVernierThrusters=32
 
|paccommodation=Pilot~in panoramic monitor/linear seat cockpit in torso with Core Block System using [[FXA-07GB Neo Core Fighter]], Additional canopy-style standard cockpit~in double beam rifle for operation of G-Fortress mode and/or Core Top
  
|paccommodation=Pilot~in panoramic monitor/linear seat cockpit in torso with Core Block System using [[FXA-07GB Neo Core Fighter]], Additional canopy-style standard cockpit~in double beam rifle for operation of G-Fortress mode and/or Core Top
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2 x 60mm Double Vulcan Gun
  
2 x 60mm Double Vulcan Gun
 
High Mega Cannon
  
High Mega Cannon
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2 x Hyper Beam Saber~2 x Beam Cannon
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2 x Hyper Beam Saber/Beam Cannon
 
2 x Wing Shield
  
2 x Wing Shield
 
|OptionalEquip=Double Beam Rifle
  
|OptionalEquip=Double Beam Rifle
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Separable Transformation Components
  
Separable Transformation Components
 
|optionalEquipments=Ballute System
  
|optionalEquipments=Ballute System
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}}The '''MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam''' (aka '''ΖΖ Gundam''', '''ZZ''', '''MSZ-010'''; pronounced "Double Zeta") is the titular [[mobile suit]] of the anime ''[[Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ]]''. It is piloted by [[Judau Ashta]].
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}}The '''MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam''' (aka '''ΖΖ Gundam''', '''ZZ'''; pronounced "Double Zeta") is the titular [[mobile suit]] of the anime ''[[Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ]]'' and is piloted by [[Judau Ashta]].
   
 
==Technology & Combat Characteristics==
  
==Technology & Combat Characteristics==
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A direct development of the [[MSZ-006 Zeta Gundam]], the ΖΖ Gundam, which had been completed through a prototype, was given the development code "θ" (thus also known as the "θ Gundam") as it was the sixth "Anaheim Gundam" after the [[RMS-099 Rick Dias]] (also known as “γ Gundam”)<ref name="mg">Master Grade MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam" instruction manual, Bandai, December 1999. </ref><ref name="data">''Data Collection Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ'' Kadokawa Shoten, December 1997</ref><ref name="sentinel">''[[Gundam Sentinel]]''" Dai Nihon Kaiga, September 1988</ref>. The development plan of the ΖΖ Gundam existed two years before the completion of the Zeta Gundam<ref name="gmagazine">''"Gundam Magazine" Vo. 3'', Kodansha, March 1991</ref> but was shelved due to internal competition and production delays<ref name="old kit">"1/100 MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam" manual, Bandai, July 1986.</ref>. However, the performance advantage of the Zeta Gundam against new Titans mobile suits did not last long, and so development of the ΖΖ Gundam was resumed<ref name="old kit"/>.
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The ΖΖ is a transformable mobile suit, capable of becoming the mobile armor ''G-Fortress''. The G-Fortress can separate into two flight-capable components, called the Core Top and Core Base. The Core Base is operated by the ΖΖ's Neo Core Fighter. Unlike the Ζ Gundam's ''Waverider'' mode, the G-Fortress is not capable of unassisted re-entry. The suit is also equipped with a bio-sensor, similar to the one found in the [[MSZ-006 Zeta Gundam]].<ref>MS Encyclopedia 2003. Mediaworks. ISBN 4-84-022339-4</ref> In terms of weaponry the ΖΖ features a large array of powerful beam weaponry, including two hyper beam sabers which are also usable as beam cannons, a double beam rifle, a 21-tube missile launcher installed on the backpack, and a high mega cannon on the forehead.
  
   
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The ΖΖ Gundam sought to reproduce the operating functions of the [[RX-78-2 Gundam]] and the [[G-Armor]] in a single machine<ref name="mg"/><ref name="data"/><ref name="hg">HG 1/144 MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam" manual, Bandai, July 1991.</ref>. An advanced form of the RX-78-2 Gundam's [[Core Block System]] was also introduced<ref name="hg2">Original 1/144 MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam, instruction manual, Bandai, June 1986.</ref>. As a result, the ΖΖ Gundam can transform into a mobile armor form called the ''G-Fortress'', which acts as a heavy combat bomber and for cruising in space and on earth<ref name="data"/><ref name="hg"/><ref name="hg3">HGUC 1/144 MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam, instruction manual, Bandai, June 2010.</ref>. The ΖΖ Gundam can also separate into two independent fighter units, called the Core Top and Core Base<ref name="hg3"/>. The Core Base, consisting of the ΖΖ's lower body and backpack, is operated through the [[FXA-07GB Neo Core Fighter]] attached to its front<ref name="hg3"/>. The Core Top, consisting of the ΖΖ's upper body and double beam rifle, is operated through the cockpit in its nose unit or more frequently through the Neo Core Fighter, which is in its Core Block form, attached to the lower rear<ref name="hg3"/>.
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While the ΖΖ Gundam has a very destructive arsenal, the weapons systems require a high level of energy. As a result the ΖΖ often found itself almost completely drained of power after using its high mega cannon. In addition, its complicated construction and transformation systems made it somewhat structurally weak. These problems were eventually corrected with the [[MSZ-010S Enhanced ZZ Gundam]] and its massive final upgrade [[FA-010S Full Armor ZZ Gundam]].
  
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The team on board the [[Argama-class|"Argama"]] typically operates the ΖΖ Gundam with a third Neo Core Fighter piloted by the Gundam's main pilot, [[Judau Ashta]]<ref name="hg3"/>. When combining into the ΖΖ Gundam, forming the G-Fortress mode is the first step and consists of the Core Top and Core Base ejecting their Neo Core Fighters to dock with Judau's Neo Core Fighter in Core Block form. When transforming from the G-Fortress mode to MS mode, the large verniers in the arms and legs are retracted. However, this does not reduce total thrust as the surplus output is supplied to the attitude control thrusters distributed throughout the body and the number of operable thrusters are actually increased<ref name="mg"/>. Other parts that move during transformation include the flexible wing binders that also serve as arm-mounted wings shields, the shoulder thruster binders, the large backpack, etc<ref name="mg"/>.
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The engine installed in the backpack is originally meant for ships and could supply power for an entire ship<ref name="mg"/>. It also functions as the main thruster unit of the ΖΖ Gundam when in MS form, generating thrust equivalent to that of a large ship<ref name="mg"/>. The ΖΖ Gundam's armor is a multi-spaced structure composed of Gundarium γ alloy<ref name="old kit"/>, capable of withstanding a mobile suit explosion at close range and resisting high water pressure<ref name="ep24">''[[Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ]]'' [[Sibling Love Blooming in the South Seas|Episode 24 ''Sibling Love Blooming in the South Seas'']], </ref>. While it is impossible to completely defend against a direct hit of a mega particle beam, the wings shields are strong enough to prevent a direct hit on the cockpit<ref name="old kit"/>.
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With its overall height limited to around 20 meters as requested by [[AEUG]] to maintain mobility, the ΖΖ Gundam's design also incorporated the [[Gundam Wiki:Technology#Movable Frame|movable frame]] and [[Gundam Wiki:Technology#Magnet Coating|magnet coating]] technology<ref name="mg"/><ref name="hg"/>. The generator output which had caused problems during early stages of ΖΖ's development was resolved by incorporating three compact, high-output generators<ref name="gmagazine"/>. The movable modules and armor parts, which have a multi-layered structure, are connected by hinges and slide rails which have magnet coating, making them flexible and robust while allowing instantaneous transformation of the ΖΖ Gundam<ref name="mg"/>. However, the complexity of the system resulted in poor maintainability and productivity also deteriorated<ref name="data"/><ref name="hg"/><ref name="fa">"Master Grade FA-010S Full Armor ΖΖ Gundam" manual, Bandai, August 2000.</ref><ref name="hj">"''Hobby Japan''", May 2001</ref>.
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The control system of the ΖΖ Gundam is equipped with a [[Psycommu#Bio-Sensor|Biosensor]], which is a simplified [[Psycommu]] system, as an interface for [[Newtype]] pilots<ref name="eb2">"''ENTERTAINMENT BIBLE .2 Mobile Suit Gundam MS Mobile Suit Encyclopedia PART.2 [Gryps War Edition]''" Bandai</ref>. An improved version of the Biosensor installed in the Zeta Gundam<ref name="eb2"/>, it improves the responsiveness of the mobile suit by supporting the control system with the pilot's brainwaves<ref name="eb2"/>. However, as a protective measure, the Biosensor is inactive when a pilot with low Newtype abilities boards the ΖΖ Gundam<ref name="eb2"/>. The unit is mounted in the ΖΖ Gundam's Core Block and the synchronization of the device is improved by inputting the brainwave patterns of the Neo Core Fighter's pilot<ref name="eb2"/>.
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The ΖΖ Gundam has a number of powerful weaponry, including two hyper beam sabers which are also usable as beam cannons, a double beam rifle, a 21-tube missile launcher installed on the backpack, and a high mega cannon on the forehead. While the ΖΖ has a very destructive arsenal, its weapons systems require a high level of energy. As a result, the ΖΖ often found itself almost completely drained of power after using its high mega cannon. The ΖΖ Gundam's structural issues due to its complicated construction and transformation systems were eventually corrected with the [[MSZ-010S Enhanced ZZ Gundam]] and its massive final upgrade [[FA-010S Full Armor ZZ Gundam]].
   
 
==Armaments==
  
==Armaments==
 
;*60mm Double Vulcan Gun
  
;*60mm Double Vulcan Gun
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:As with many mobile suits, the ZZ Gundam features head mounted vulcan guns, specifically a pair of 60mm double vulcan guns, for a total of four guns and they are loaded with 400 rounds. The [[Vulcan Gun]]s are mainly for intercepting incoming missiles/rockets, destroying mobile suit sensors, and engaging lightly-armored vehicles. They are operable in mobile suit mode only.
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:As with many mobile suits, the ZZ Gundam has head-mounted [[Vulcan Gun]]s, specifically a pair of 60mm double vulcan guns, for a total of four guns and they are loaded with 400 rounds<ref name="shindosha">Shindosha ''"Mystery of Gundam World 70", The Anime'', June 1986</ref>. They are mainly for intercepting incoming missiles/rockets, destroying mobile suit sensors, and engaging lightly-armored vehicles. They are operable in mobile suit mode only.
   
 
;*Double Beam Rifle
  
;*Double Beam Rifle
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:The primary ranged weapon of the ZZ Gundam is a double beam rifle. It possesses two barrels and a cockpit at its back. As with all of the ZZ Gundam's beam weapons, the double beam rifle possesses an unusually high power rating, with the beams from each individual barrel having a power rating of 10.6 MW for a combined total of 21.2 MW. The output and convergence rate of the beam can be manually adjusted. However, the barrels need to be replaced every 200 shots. The double beam rifle has a built-in small generator and can also be supplied with energy from the main body. The double beam rifle mounts on the main body when the ZZ Gundam is in G-Fortress mode or when the Core Top is separated, however the barrels are rotated backwards and positioned underneath the body while its cockpit will face forward. This cockpit can be used to pilot the G-Fortress or the Core Top but is inoperable in mobile suit mode, so anyone in the double beam rifle's cockpit when the ZZ Gundam transforms is essentially stuck on the butt of a dangerous beam rifle.
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:The primary ranged weapon of the ZZ Gundam, the double beam rifle is powered by a built-in small generator and can also be supplied with energy from the mobile suit<ref name="mg"/>. It possesses two barrels that need to be replaced every 200 shots, and a cockpit at the back<ref name="old kit"/>. As with all of the ZZ Gundam's beam weapons, the double beam rifle possesses an unusually high power rating, with the beams from each individual barrel having a power rating of 10.6 MW for a combined total of 21.2 MW. The output and convergence rate of the beam can be manually adjusted. The double beam rifle mounts on the main body when the ZZ Gundam is in G-Fortress mode or when the Core Top is separated, however the barrels are rotated backwards and positioned underneath the body while its cockpit will face forward. This cockpit can be used to pilot the G-Fortress or the Core Top but is inoperable in mobile suit mode, so anyone in the double beam rifle's cockpit when the ZZ Gundam transforms is essentially stuck on the butt of a dangerous beam rifle.
   
 
;*High Mega Cannon
  
;*High Mega Cannon
 
:Mounted in the center of the ZZ Gundam's head is a high mega cannon. This particle beam weapon has a power rating of 50 MW, making it the most powerful beam weapon used by a mobile suit during the [[First Neo Zeon War]], as well as one of the most powerful weapon mounted on a mobile suits ever. The power of the high mega cannon's beam can seriously damage a mobile suit with even a glancing hit, and as shown when used against [[Chara Soon]]'s [[AMX-104 R-Jarja]] it can completely destroy a standard mobile suit shield making it impossible to block the beam. However, its power is also a weakness as the ZZ's reactor is unable to handle repeated usage of the high mega cannon. The high mega cannon is operable in mobile suit mode only.
  
:Mounted in the center of the ZZ Gundam's head is a high mega cannon. This particle beam weapon has a power rating of 50 MW, making it the most powerful beam weapon used by a mobile suit during the [[First Neo Zeon War]], as well as one of the most powerful weapon mounted on a mobile suits ever. The power of the high mega cannon's beam can seriously damage a mobile suit with even a glancing hit, and as shown when used against [[Chara Soon]]'s [[AMX-104 R-Jarja]] it can completely destroy a standard mobile suit shield making it impossible to block the beam. However, its power is also a weakness as the ZZ's reactor is unable to handle repeated usage of the high mega cannon. The high mega cannon is operable in mobile suit mode only.
   
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;*Hyper Beam Saber
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;*Hyper Beam Saber/Beam Cannon
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:The ZZ Gundam stores a pair of hyper beam sabers on its backpack. The hilts of these beam sabers are easily three times greater the size of other beam sabers in use during the [[First Neo Zeon War]], and are capable of emitting a much longer and more powerful saber that can easily cut through several mobile suits in a single swing. It is possible to easily break the armor made of Gundarium alloy by forming a beam blade 1.5 times the length. The Hyper Beam Sabers also double as beam cannons when attached to the backpack. The beam cannon mode can be used in MS form, G-Fortress mode or when the Core Base is separated. THe Hyper Beam Saber has a power rating of 1.1 MW each, while the beam cannon mode have a power rating of 10 MW each.
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:The ZZ Gundam stores a pair of hyper beam sabers on its backpack. The hilts of these beam sabers are easily three times larger than other beam sabers' during the [[First Neo Zeon War]]. The weapon emits a much longer and more powerful blade that can easily cut through several mobile suits in a single swing. Its blade length of about 1.5 times that of regular beam saber's also makes it possible to easily break armor made of Gundarium alloy. The Hyper Beam Sabers double as beam cannons when attached to the backpack. The beam cannon mode can be used in MS form, G-Fortress mode or when the Core Base is separated. The Hyper Beam Saber has a power rating of 1.1 MW each, while the beam cannon mode have a power rating of 10 MW each.
   
 
;*21-tube Missile Launcher
  
;*21-tube Missile Launcher
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==Special Equipment & Features==
  
==Special Equipment & Features==
 
;*Bio-Sensor
  
;*Bio-Sensor
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:A technological variant of the [[Newtype#Psycommu System|psycommu system]] developed by [[Anaheim Electronics]]. Although its full capabilities are unknown, its primary purpose was to allow a Newtype pilot to more easily interface with his mobile suit via mental commands. The bio-sensor could also have a rather surprising side effect when the pilot was mentally and emotionally focused enough (usually when angry or upset) to cause the bio-sensor to amplify the power, speed and strength of the mobile suit for a short period of time.<ref>MS Encyclopedia 2003. Mediaworks. ISBN 4-84-022339-4</ref>
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:A technological variant of the [[Newtype#Psycommu System|psycommu system]] developed by [[Anaheim Electronics]]. Although its full capabilities are unknown, its primary purpose was to allow a Newtype pilot to more easily interface with his mobile suit via mental commands. The bio-sensor could also have a rather surprising side effect when the pilot was mentally and emotionally focused enough (usually when angry or upset) to cause the bio-sensor to amplify the power, speed and strength of the mobile suit for a short period of time.<ref>''MS Encyclopedia 2003''. Mediaworks. ISBN 4-84-022339-4</ref>
   
 
;*Core Fighter System
  
;*Core Fighter System
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==Gallery==
  
==Gallery==
 
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Msz-010-ka 2.jpg|ZZ Gundam (Gundam Fix Figuration Ver.): front and rear view
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Msz-010-ka 2.jpg|Gundam Fix Figuration Ver.: front and rear view
 
MSZ-010 Gundam MG Ver Ka Line Art.png|MG 1/100 MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam "Ver. Ka" artwork
  
MSZ-010 Gundam MG Ver Ka Line Art.png|MG 1/100 MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam "Ver. Ka" artwork
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MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam Lineart.jpg|ZZ Gundam lineart
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MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam Lineart.jpg|Lineart
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Msz-010-highmegacannon.jpg|Head unit with High Mega Cannon
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Msz-010-highmegacannon.jpg|Head Unit
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Msz-010-hyperbeamsaber.jpg|Hyper Beam Saber
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Msz-010-hyperbeamsaber.jpg|Hyper Beam Saber/Beam Cannon
 
Msz-010-doublebeamrifle.jpg|Double Beam Rifle
  
Msz-010-doublebeamrifle.jpg|Double Beam Rifle
 
msz-010-missilebinder.jpg|Missile Launcher
  
msz-010-missilebinder.jpg|Missile Launcher
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zzop.jpg|As seen from 1st OP ''Anime Ja Nai''
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hqdefault.jpg|Prepare to fire Double Beam Rifle
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ZZ-BioSensor-Active.png|Being powered up by the Bio-Sensor
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ZZ-HyakuShiki-vs-JamruFin.jpg|ZZ Gundam and Hyaku Shiki vs the [[AMA-01X Jamru Fin|3-D Team]]: official art
 
ZZ Cockpit.jpg|Inside the Cockpit
  
ZZ Cockpit.jpg|Inside the Cockpit
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Zzgundamdesignevolution.jpg|ZZ Gundam: original design proposals and evolution
  
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ZZ Gundam Design.jpg|Flow of ZZ Gundam design evolution. From right to left: (1) design ideas by Mika Akitaka, Kazumi Fujita, and Hideo Okamoto; (2) Design competition drafts by Mika Akitaka and Mamoru Nagano; and (3) Endorsed final design by Makoto Kobayashi.
  
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Nagano ZZ Designs.jpg|Mamoru Nagano ZZ Gundam early designs schematics
  
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ZZ.jpg|ZZ Gundam design (3rd draft) by Makoto Kobayashi
  
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ZZ Gundam Fujita.jpg|ZZ Gundam: design draft by Kazumi Fujita as featured in Bandai's B-Club magazine (1980's)
  
 
MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam with Beam Saber and Double Beam Rifle.jpg|ZZ Gundam with Hyper Beam Saber (from MS Artworks)
  
MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam with Beam Saber and Double Beam Rifle.jpg|ZZ Gundam with Hyper Beam Saber (from MS Artworks)
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double zeta.jpg|ZZ Gundam (from Gundam Perfect File)
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double zeta.jpg|In [[The Official Gundam Perfect File|Gundam Perfect File]]: artwork by Akira Matsui
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MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam (Mobile Suit Bible Vol 30).jpg|In Mobile Suit Bible: artwork by Ebl Sin Sia
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GundamFIX Scene5 ZZGundam.jpg|ZZ Gundam as featured in [[Hajime Katoki]]'s ''Gundam Fix'' pictorial
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GundamFIX Scene5 ZZGundam.jpg|As featured in [[Hajime Katoki]]'s ''Gundam Fix'' pictorial
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ZZ-HyakuShiki-vs-JamruFin.jpg|ZZ Gundam and Hyaku Shiki vs the [[AMA-01X Jamru Fin|3-D Team]]: official art
  
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zzop.jpg|ZZ Gundam as seen from 1st OP ''Anime Ja Nai''
  
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hqdefault.jpg|ZZ Gundam prepare to fire Double Beam Rifle
  
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ZZ-BioSensor-Active.png|ZZ Gundam being powered up by the Bio-Sensor
  
 
ZZ Gundam Box Illustration 1.jpg
  
ZZ Gundam Box Illustration 1.jpg
 
ZZ Gundam Box Illustration 2.jpg
  
ZZ Gundam Box Illustration 2.jpg
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ZZ Gundam vs Capule Illust.jpg|Illustration
  
ZZ Gundam vs Capule Illust.jpg|Illustration
 
ZZ Gundam vs desert Illust.jpg|Illustration
  
ZZ Gundam vs desert Illust.jpg|Illustration
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Zzgundamdesignevolution.jpg|Original design proposals and evolution
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ZZ Gundam Design.jpg|Flow of ZZ Gundam design evolution. From right to left: (1) design ideas by Mika Akitaka, Kazumi Fujita, and Hideo Okamoto; (2) Design competition drafts by Mika Akitaka and Mamoru Nagano; and (3) Endorsed final design by Makoto Kobayashi.
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Nagano ZZ Designs.jpg|Mamoru Nagano ZZ Gundam early designs schematics
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ZZ.jpg|ZZ Gundam design (3rd draft) by Makoto Kobayashi
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ZZ Gundam Fujita.jpg|ZZ Gundam: design draft by Kazumi Fujita as featured in Bandai's B-Club magazine (1980's)
 
Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ (Manga)004.jpg|Mamoru Nagano early design as seen in [[Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ (Manga)]]
  
Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ (Manga)004.jpg|Mamoru Nagano early design as seen in [[Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ (Manga)]]
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SD ZZ Qubeley.jpg|From SD Gundam Ultimate Encyclopedia
 
</gallery>
  
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<gallery hideaddbutton="true">
  
<gallery hideaddbutton="true">
 
Dzeta-dw2.jpg|ZZ Gundam as featured in ''[[Dynasty Warriors Gundam 2]]''
  
Dzeta-dw2.jpg|ZZ Gundam as featured in ''[[Dynasty Warriors Gundam 2]]''
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150px-MSZ-010_Gundam_Double_Zeta.jpg|SD ZZ Gundam as featured in SD Gundam G Generation Wars
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GGen ZZ Gundam.png|SD ZZ Gundam as featured in SD Gundam G Generation Spirits
 
Gundam Combat 26.jpeg|ZZ Gundam (Aqua Type) as featured in Gundam Combat
  
Gundam Combat 26.jpeg|ZZ Gundam (Aqua Type) as featured in Gundam Combat
 
Gundam Combat 38.jpeg|ZZ Gundam with Twin Gatling Gun (Gundam Combat)
  
Gundam Combat 38.jpeg|ZZ Gundam with Twin Gatling Gun (Gundam Combat)
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<gallery hideaddbutton=true>
  
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OldZZGundam.jpg|[[Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ Model Series|Original]] 1/144 MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam (1986): box art
  
OldZZGundam.jpg|[[Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ Model Series|Original]] 1/144 MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam (1986): box art
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OldHGZZGundam.jpg|[[High Grade (1990)|HG]] 1/144 MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam (1990): box art
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OldHGZZGundam.jpg|[[High Grade (1990)|HG]] 1/144 MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam (1991): box art
 
HG MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam Boxart.jpg|[[HGUC]] 1/144 MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam (2010): box art
  
HG MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam Boxart.jpg|[[HGUC]] 1/144 MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam (2010): box art
 
OldZZGundam-100.jpg|Original 1/100 MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam (1986): box art
  
OldZZGundam-100.jpg|Original 1/100 MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam (1986): box art
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RobotDamashii_msz-010_p01.jpg|[[Robot Damashii]] MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam (2013): package front view
  
RobotDamashii_msz-010_p01.jpg|[[Robot Damashii]] MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam (2013): package front view
 
KahenSenshi_ZZ_Gundam.jpg|[[Kado Senshi & Kahen Senshi|Kahen Senshi]] "MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam" (2003): box art
  
KahenSenshi_ZZ_Gundam.jpg|[[Kado Senshi & Kahen Senshi|Kahen Senshi]] "MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam" (2003): box art
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==Gashapon==
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ZZ Gundam Next.jpg
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ZZ Gundam Next RC.jpg|Real Type color
 
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Revision as of 21:59, 4 July 2020

Template:Infobox/Mobile Weapon Ver.2The MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam (aka ΖΖ Gundam, ZZ; pronounced "Double Zeta") is the titular mobile suit of the anime Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ and is piloted by Judau Ashta.

Technology & Combat Characteristics

A direct development of the MSZ-006 Zeta Gundam, the ΖΖ Gundam, which had been completed through a prototype, was given the development code "θ" (thus also known as the "θ Gundam") as it was the sixth "Anaheim Gundam" after the RMS-099 Rick Dias (also known as “γ Gundam”)[1][2][3]. The development plan of the ΖΖ Gundam existed two years before the completion of the Zeta Gundam[4] but was shelved due to internal competition and production delays[5]. However, the performance advantage of the Zeta Gundam against new Titans mobile suits did not last long, and so development of the ΖΖ Gundam was resumed[5].

The ΖΖ Gundam sought to reproduce the operating functions of the RX-78-2 Gundam and the G-Armor in a single machine[1][2][6]. An advanced form of the RX-78-2 Gundam's Core Block System was also introduced[7]. As a result, the ΖΖ Gundam can transform into a mobile armor form called the G-Fortress, which acts as a heavy combat bomber and for cruising in space and on earth[2][6][8]. The ΖΖ Gundam can also separate into two independent fighter units, called the Core Top and Core Base[8]. The Core Base, consisting of the ΖΖ's lower body and backpack, is operated through the FXA-07GB Neo Core Fighter attached to its front[8]. The Core Top, consisting of the ΖΖ's upper body and double beam rifle, is operated through the cockpit in its nose unit or more frequently through the Neo Core Fighter, which is in its Core Block form, attached to the lower rear[8].

The team on board the "Argama" typically operates the ΖΖ Gundam with a third Neo Core Fighter piloted by the Gundam's main pilot, Judau Ashta[8]. When combining into the ΖΖ Gundam, forming the G-Fortress mode is the first step and consists of the Core Top and Core Base ejecting their Neo Core Fighters to dock with Judau's Neo Core Fighter in Core Block form. When transforming from the G-Fortress mode to MS mode, the large verniers in the arms and legs are retracted. However, this does not reduce total thrust as the surplus output is supplied to the attitude control thrusters distributed throughout the body and the number of operable thrusters are actually increased[1]. Other parts that move during transformation include the flexible wing binders that also serve as arm-mounted wings shields, the shoulder thruster binders, the large backpack, etc[1].

The engine installed in the backpack is originally meant for ships and could supply power for an entire ship[1]. It also functions as the main thruster unit of the ΖΖ Gundam when in MS form, generating thrust equivalent to that of a large ship[1]. The ΖΖ Gundam's armor is a multi-spaced structure composed of Gundarium γ alloy[5], capable of withstanding a mobile suit explosion at close range and resisting high water pressure[9]. While it is impossible to completely defend against a direct hit of a mega particle beam, the wings shields are strong enough to prevent a direct hit on the cockpit[5].

With its overall height limited to around 20 meters as requested by AEUG to maintain mobility, the ΖΖ Gundam's design also incorporated the movable frame and magnet coating technology[1][6]. The generator output which had caused problems during early stages of ΖΖ's development was resolved by incorporating three compact, high-output generators[4]. The movable modules and armor parts, which have a multi-layered structure, are connected by hinges and slide rails which have magnet coating, making them flexible and robust while allowing instantaneous transformation of the ΖΖ Gundam[1]. However, the complexity of the system resulted in poor maintainability and productivity also deteriorated[2][6][10][11].

The control system of the ΖΖ Gundam is equipped with a Biosensor, which is a simplified Psycommu system, as an interface for Newtype pilots[12]. An improved version of the Biosensor installed in the Zeta Gundam[12], it improves the responsiveness of the mobile suit by supporting the control system with the pilot's brainwaves[12]. However, as a protective measure, the Biosensor is inactive when a pilot with low Newtype abilities boards the ΖΖ Gundam[12]. The unit is mounted in the ΖΖ Gundam's Core Block and the synchronization of the device is improved by inputting the brainwave patterns of the Neo Core Fighter's pilot[12].

The ΖΖ Gundam has a number of powerful weaponry, including two hyper beam sabers which are also usable as beam cannons, a double beam rifle, a 21-tube missile launcher installed on the backpack, and a high mega cannon on the forehead. While the ΖΖ has a very destructive arsenal, its weapons systems require a high level of energy. As a result, the ΖΖ often found itself almost completely drained of power after using its high mega cannon. The ΖΖ Gundam's structural issues due to its complicated construction and transformation systems were eventually corrected with the MSZ-010S Enhanced ZZ Gundam and its massive final upgrade FA-010S Full Armor ZZ Gundam.

Armaments

  • 60mm Double Vulcan Gun
As with many mobile suits, the ZZ Gundam has head-mounted Vulcan Guns, specifically a pair of 60mm double vulcan guns, for a total of four guns and they are loaded with 400 rounds[13]. They are mainly for intercepting incoming missiles/rockets, destroying mobile suit sensors, and engaging lightly-armored vehicles. They are operable in mobile suit mode only.
  • Double Beam Rifle
The primary ranged weapon of the ZZ Gundam, the double beam rifle is powered by a built-in small generator and can also be supplied with energy from the mobile suit[1]. It possesses two barrels that need to be replaced every 200 shots, and a cockpit at the back[5]. As with all of the ZZ Gundam's beam weapons, the double beam rifle possesses an unusually high power rating, with the beams from each individual barrel having a power rating of 10.6 MW for a combined total of 21.2 MW. The output and convergence rate of the beam can be manually adjusted. The double beam rifle mounts on the main body when the ZZ Gundam is in G-Fortress mode or when the Core Top is separated, however the barrels are rotated backwards and positioned underneath the body while its cockpit will face forward. This cockpit can be used to pilot the G-Fortress or the Core Top but is inoperable in mobile suit mode, so anyone in the double beam rifle's cockpit when the ZZ Gundam transforms is essentially stuck on the butt of a dangerous beam rifle.
  • High Mega Cannon
Mounted in the center of the ZZ Gundam's head is a high mega cannon. This particle beam weapon has a power rating of 50 MW, making it the most powerful beam weapon used by a mobile suit during the First Neo Zeon War, as well as one of the most powerful weapon mounted on a mobile suits ever. The power of the high mega cannon's beam can seriously damage a mobile suit with even a glancing hit, and as shown when used against Chara Soon's AMX-104 R-Jarja it can completely destroy a standard mobile suit shield making it impossible to block the beam. However, its power is also a weakness as the ZZ's reactor is unable to handle repeated usage of the high mega cannon. The high mega cannon is operable in mobile suit mode only.
  • Hyper Beam Saber/Beam Cannon
The ZZ Gundam stores a pair of hyper beam sabers on its backpack. The hilts of these beam sabers are easily three times larger than other beam sabers' during the First Neo Zeon War. The weapon emits a much longer and more powerful blade that can easily cut through several mobile suits in a single swing. Its blade length of about 1.5 times that of regular beam saber's also makes it possible to easily break armor made of Gundarium alloy. The Hyper Beam Sabers double as beam cannons when attached to the backpack. The beam cannon mode can be used in MS form, G-Fortress mode or when the Core Base is separated. The Hyper Beam Saber has a power rating of 1.1 MW each, while the beam cannon mode have a power rating of 10 MW each.
  • 21-tube Missile Launcher
The ZZ Gundam mounts a pair of missile launchers on its backpack in mobile suit mode, and on its main body in G-Fortress mode as well as on the Core Base when separated. Each missile launcher possesses 21-tubes that are loaded with AMA-13S small missiles. Also the FXA-07GB Neo Core Fighter, which serves as the cockpit for the mobile suit and the Core Base, also mounts a pair of missile launchers that load with AMA-09S small missiles.
  • Wing Shield
The ZZ Gundam mounts a pair of shields on its forearms, and they serve the purpose of protecting the ZZ from attacks that it cannot dodge. They also serve as wings/control surfaces for the G-Fortress and Core Top to increase mobility in the atmosphere.

Special Equipment & Features

  • Bio-Sensor
A technological variant of the psycommu system developed by Anaheim Electronics. Although its full capabilities are unknown, its primary purpose was to allow a Newtype pilot to more easily interface with his mobile suit via mental commands. The bio-sensor could also have a rather surprising side effect when the pilot was mentally and emotionally focused enough (usually when angry or upset) to cause the bio-sensor to amplify the power, speed and strength of the mobile suit for a short period of time.[14]
  • Core Fighter System
  • Separable Transformation Components
  • Ballute System
An atmospheric entry device designed to be used by a MS. As the MS enters the atmosphere, a bowl-shaped ballute (balloon parachute) deploys to protect it from the friction heat of atmospheric entry.

History

Mobile Suit ZZ Gundam

With the success of the MSZ-006 Zeta Gundam, Anaheim Electronics continued their "Project Zeta" and developed new mobile suits for the AEUG's use. One such machine is the MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam, a transformable mobile suit that also incorporated the Core Block System of the original RX-78-2 Gundam, the movable frame technology of the RX-178 Gundam Mk-II, and the bio-sensor of the MSZ-006 Zeta Gundam.

The ΖΖ Gundam, codenamed "θ Gundam" (Theta Gundam), was originally held in the La Vie en Rose, but was soon transferred piecemeal to the Argama. The first piece of the ZZ Gundam, the FXA-07GB Neo Core Fighter was brought to the Argama by Roux Louka while the battleship was still in the Shangri-La colony at Side 1. After the Argama left the colony and headed for the La Vie en Rose while being pursued by the Endra, the Core Top and Core Base were delivered en route, with additional Core Fighters.

While the Argama's pilots were in the middle of a battle at the moment, the two pieces of the ZZ Gundam arrived, they then assembled in mid-flight to form the complete ZZ Gundam, with Judau Ashta piloting the mobile suit. Judau then used the power of the ZZ Gundam's high mega cannon, to drive off the Neo-Zeon mobile suits which included Mashymre Cello's AMX-103 Hamma Hamma and Chara Soon's AMX-104 R-Jarja. Judau served as the ZZ Gundam's primary pilot, though he and Roux occasionally traded mobile suits during certain battles due to the Zeta Gundam's lighter weight and better mobility. Sometime before the final battle of the First Neo Zeon War, the ZZ Gundam was upgraded to the MSZ-010S Enhanced ZZ Gundam.

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Notes and Trivia

  • During the ZZ Gundam's conceptualization, several names were proposed which included Gundam Mk-III, Omega Gundam and Neo Gundam. The ZZ Gundam's initial design was determined through a Design Competition, in which mechanical designers including Makoto Kobayashi (小林誠), Hideo Okamoto (岡本英朗), Mika Akitaka (明貴美加), Hiroyuki Kitazume (北爪 宏幸), Yutaka Izubuchi (出渕裕), Mamoru Nagano (永野護), Kazumi Fujita (藤田一己) and Kunio Okawara(大河原 邦男) all designed their own versions of the ZZ Gundam before the show aired. Makoto's design won the competition yet still received various clean-ups from Hideo and Mika.[15] The Gundam Mk-III and Neo Gundam names would be reused - the Z-MSV MSF-007 Gundam Mk-III and the RX-99 Neo Gundam of Mobile Suit Gundam Silhouette Formula 91.
  • The "Double Vulcan" specification in the head has been interpreted in different ways.  Some product and illustrations will indicate this as a total of 4 vulcans either through the use of the 4 protrusions present on the head that look like vents, or with actually adding additional vulcan ports to the head and indicating 2 of 4 head protrusions as vulcan ports.  In the MG ZZ and Full Armor ZZ manuals, the head is noted to possess 60mm and 90mm vulcans.  However in the MG ZZ Ver. Ka instruction manual, only two 60 mm vulcans remain. 
  • Ever since its debut in the Gundam Vs series starting with Gundam Vs Zeta Gundam, the ZZ lacked the ability to transform into its G-Fortress mode for unknown reasons. Despite receiving a new moveset in later games, it was still unable to transform before this was finally rectified in Gundam Extreme Vs. where it is replaced by its Full Armor version.
    • As of Maxi Boost however, the problem is rectified with the ZZ being able to utilize all of its Core components.
  • The ZZ is similar to the AGE-3 Gundam AGE-3 Normal in terms of bulk and having experimental powerful weaponry.

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 Master Grade MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam" instruction manual, Bandai, December 1999.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Data Collection Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ Kadokawa Shoten, December 1997
  3. ↑ Gundam Sentinel" Dai Nihon Kaiga, September 1988
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Gundam Magazine" Vo. 3, Kodansha, March 1991
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 "1/100 MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam" manual, Bandai, July 1986.
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 HG 1/144 MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam" manual, Bandai, July 1991.
  7. ↑ Original 1/144 MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam, instruction manual, Bandai, June 1986.
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 HGUC 1/144 MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam, instruction manual, Bandai, June 2010.
  9. ↑ Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ Episode 24 Sibling Love Blooming in the South Seas,
  10. ↑ "Master Grade FA-010S Full Armor ΖΖ Gundam" manual, Bandai, August 2000.
  11. ↑ "Hobby Japan", May 2001
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 12.2 12.3 12.4 "ENTERTAINMENT BIBLE .2 Mobile Suit Gundam MS Mobile Suit Encyclopedia PART.2 [Gryps War Edition]" Bandai
  13. ↑ Shindosha "Mystery of Gundam World 70", The Anime, June 1986
  14. ↑ MS Encyclopedia 2003. Mediaworks. ISBN 4-84-022339-4
  15. ↑ Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ, Hobby Japan appendix booklet, Hobby Japan

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