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The PVN.4/3 Wappa is a small reconnaissance and patrol hovercraft that appears in Mobile Suit Gundam and later Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO 2: The Gravity Front.

Technology & Combat Characteristics[]

The Wappa (Wheelless Aero Palletized Personal Actuator) was a one-seater hovercraft developed by the Principality of Zeon and widely used during the One Year War, primarily for recon and patrol purposes. The Wappa was propelled by rotors in front of and behind the open cockpit, which provided both lift and thrust. As a result, the Wappa was capable of vertical take-off and landing, as well as hovering at significant altitudes. The upper surface of each rotor was covered with a hemispherical cowl. The rotors were driven independently by electric motors, which were powered by four batteries on the bottom of the vehicle's body. Since the motor had a high output compared to the size of the vehicle, the Wappa could elevate tens of meters in a short time. Four telescopic landing legs with rounded feet were mounted on the bottom of the vehicle. Due to the Wappa's primary role as a reconnaissance unit, maneuverability and speed were given priority over combat ability, and it was armed with only a single machine gun operated by the pilot.

The Wappa moved and changed direction by angling the rotors individually. Maneuvering was performed via a single control stick along with the pilot changing their center of gravity, similar to a motorcycle. However, much of the vehicle control was automated, meaning that it was possible to learn how to pilot it with a few hours of training. The Wappa's open cockpit - which consisted of little more than a control console and seat - provided no protection against the elements, requiring the pilot to wear a full piloting suit, especially if they expected to fly the Wappa at high altitudes. The Wappa's light armor and exposed cockpit also rendered it vulnerable to anti-infantry weapons. Although it could normally only accommodate a single pilot, the Wappa could carry up to four passengers or supplies by installing a special platform. Optional parts for tropical and cold regions were also developed to accommodate any environment.

Armaments[]

  • MAZURA MG74/S Machine Gun
A single heavy machine gun suspended in front of the seat by a boom. Though the gun's swivel mounting had the advantage of a wider field of fire than a fixed gun, it also required the pilot to take one hand off the controls in order to fire it. While capable of attacking infantry and light vehicles, it was ineffective against armored vehicles, fast-moving aircraft, and mobile suits.

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Notes and Trivia[]

  • In the Gundam Build Divers episode "Nadeshiko-athlon", Wappas were mentioned as to be used in the third part of the titular race. However, none are actually seen as they are destroyed before any of the participants can get to them.

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