Robot Spirits (SIDE MS) MS-07H Gouf Flight Test Type Jaburo Base Specification ver. ANIME - Release Info

Robot Spirits (SIDE MS) Gouf Flight Test Type Jaburo Base Specification ver. ANIME

Release Date: October 2024

Price: 9,340 Yen

Originally proposed in the Mobile Suit Variation series, this model marks an ambitious attempt to eliminate the requirement for aircraft transport of mobile suits for long-distance movements on Earth, hence accelerating their deployment in combat.

Faced with the challenge of obtaining continuous atmospheric flight, the Zeon military converted three YMS-07A Prototype Goufs and one YMS-07B Gouf into the MS-07H Gouf Flight Test Type. These upgrades featured aerodynamic control surfaces on the backpack, as well as thermonuclear rocket engines and improved rocket verniers on the legs. The armament was robust, with two hand-mounted 5-barrel 75mm machine guns, four 180mm rocket cannons on the legs, and a portable 360mm huge bazooka.

Despite undertaking 38 test flights over four weeks, the Gouf Flight Test Types discovered several serious faults, including issues keeping a constant cruising speed and a limited flight range due to their heavy weight. The mobile suits underwent various revisions, ending in the MS-07H-4 type, before the program was finally canceled.

In addition to its historical significance, the Gouf Flight Test Type makes an appearance in the ver. A.N.I.M.E. figure lineup, joining Mobile Suit Z Gundam series. This version stands for about 130mm tall, is made of ABS and PVC, and includes a variety of attachments such as interchangeable hands, a gigantic bazooka with extra parts, various effect pieces, and a wrist storage deck. Shipment planned in October 2024. The price is 9,350 yen (tax included).