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MSN-02 Zeong — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

MSN-02

MSN-02 Zeong Prototype Newtype-use Space Mobile Suit from Gundam Universal Century
MSN-02 Zeong

The MSN-02 Zeong is a prototype newtype-use space mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by A Bao A Qu Mobile Suit Factory. Within the franchise it is considered canon.

Within the story, the MSN-02 Zeong first appears in December 31, 0079 U.C.

The MSN-02 Zeong was developed from MSN-01 High Mobility Psycommu System Zaku and MSN-01 Kikeroga. It in turn led to 8 derived units — Grand Zeong, MSN-02 Perfect Zeong, MSN-02R Zeong High Mobility Type, MSN-03-2 Great Zeong, MSN-X17 Zeong Type-MA and MSN-02GA Hell Zeong Galaxy and 2 more. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The MSN-02 Zeong has appeared in 54 Gundam releases across 1979–2026, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam (1979). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam III: Encounters in Space, Magical Ensign Blaster Mari, Mobile Suit Gundam 0079 and Mobile Suit Gundam: Cross Dimension 0079 and 49 more.

It was fielded by Principality of Zeon and piloted by Char Aznable, Carlos Kaiser and Noise Maddy.

8 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the MSN-02 Zeong, alongside 2 figures and other collectibles.

Specifications

Model number
MSN-02
Classification
Prototype Newtype-use Space Mobile Suit
Production type
Prototype
Manufacturer
A Bao A Qu Mobile Suit Factory
Canon status
canon
Weight
151.20 t
Power source
Minovsky Ultracompact Fusion Reactor
Power output
9400 kW 12,605.607 hp
Armor
Super-Hard Steel Alloy
First seen
December 31, 0079 U.C.
Last seen
December 31, 0079 U.C.

Special Equipment & Features

  • Psycommu
  • Detachable Head

Production Timeline

The MSN-02 Zeong has appeared in 27 releases from 1979 to 2026.

  1. 1979 — Mobile Suit Gundam — TV Anime · 43 episodes (debut)
  2. 1982 — Mobile Suit Gundam III: Encounters in Space — TV Anime
  3. 1989 — Magical Ensign Blaster Mari — TV Anime
  4. 1992 — Mobile Suit Gundam 0079 — TV Anime
  5. 2000 — Gundam the Ride: A Baoa Qu — TV Anime
  6. 2001 — Gundam Evolve — TV Anime
  7. 2001 — Gundam Pilot Series of Biographies: The Brave Soldiers in the Sky — TV Anime
  8. 2001 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Deleted Affair: Portrait Of Young Comet — TV Anime
  9. 2001 — Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin (Manga) — Manga · 1 episodes
  10. 2001 — Tony Takezaki presents GUNDAM manga — Manga
  11. 2004 — Mobile Suit: Gundam Pilot's Locus — Manga · 1 episodes
  12. 2005 — Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam: Day After Tomorrow - From Kai Shiden´s Report — Manga
  13. 2008 — Mobile Suit Gundam Zero Old Zakus — TV Anime
  14. 2009 — Mobile Suit Gundam Battlefield Record U.C. 0081 -The Wrath of Varuna- — TV Anime · 1 episodes
  15. 2009 — Mobile Suit Gundam Battlefield Record: Avant-Title — Other · 1 episodes
  16. 2009 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Battlefield Record U.C. 0081 — Other · 2 episodes
  17. 2011 — Mobile Suit Gundam The MSV: The Mobile Suit Variations — MS Variation
  18. 2013 — Gundam Build Fighters Amazing — TV Anime
  19. 2014 — Mobile Suit Gundam Side Stories — Other
  20. 2015 — Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt — ONA · 8 episodes
  21. 2016 — Gundam Behind the Front — TV Anime
  22. 2016 — Gundam Build Fighters Amazing Ready — TV Anime
  23. 2016 — Gundam Build Fighters AR — Other
  24. 2016 — Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt: December Sky — TV Anime
  25. 2017 — Mobile Suit Gundam Twilight Axis (Manga) — Manga
  26. 2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam Pulitzer -Amuro Ray Beyond the Aurora- — Manga
  27. 2026 — A boy with Gundam — Other

Games featuring the MSN-02 Zeong

The MSN-02 Zeong is playable in 27 Gundam games.

  1. 1995 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Cross Dimension 0079
  2. 1998 — Gundam: The Battle Master 2
  3. 2001 — Gundam Battle Assault
  4. 2001 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Federation vs Zeon
  5. 2002 — Gundam Battle Assault 2
  6. 2003 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Encounters in Space
  7. 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Gundam vs. Zeta Gundam
  8. 2006 — Gundam Battle Royale
  9. 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam Climax U.C.
  10. 2007 — Dynasty Warriors Gundam
  11. 2007 — SD Gundam G Generation Spirits
  12. 2008 — Dynasty Warriors Gundam 2
  13. 2009 — Gundam Battle Universe
  14. 2009 — Mobile Suit Gundam Vs. Gundam Next
  15. 2009 — SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online
  16. 2010 — Dynasty Warriors Gundam 3
  17. 2010 — Gundam Assault Survive
  18. 2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs.
  19. 2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam AGE (Game)
  20. 2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Full Boost
  21. 2013 — Dynasty Warriors Gundam Reborn
  22. 2014 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost
  23. 2016 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost ON
  24. 2017 — Gundam Versus
  25. 2018 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2
  26. 2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2 XBoost
  27. 2022 — SD Gundam Battle Alliance

Development Lineage

Developed from

Develops into & variants

Related mobile suits

Other machines catalogued alongside the MSN-02 Zeong — same series where one exists, otherwise the same timeline. Each links to its own development tree.

Pilots: Char Aznable, Carlos Kaiser, Noise Maddy

Operators: Principality of Zeon

MSN-02 Zeong Model Kits

8 catalogued model kits for the MSN-02 Zeong (plus 2 figures and other collectibles):

See all MSN-02 Zeong kits, prices and community builds

Frequently asked questions about the MSN-02 Zeong

What is the MSN-02 Zeong?
The MSN-02 Zeong is a prototype newtype-use space mobile suit from the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by A Bao A Qu Mobile Suit Factory. It is considered canon within the franchise.
What was the MSN-02 Zeong developed from?
The MSN-02 Zeong was developed from MSN-01 High Mobility Psycommu System Zaku and MSN-01 Kikeroga. Its full development lineage is mapped on the MSN-02 Zeong evolution tree.
What mobile suits were developed from the MSN-02 Zeong?
8 units were developed from or built as variants of the MSN-02 Zeong: Grand Zeong, MSN-02 Perfect Zeong, MSN-02R Zeong High Mobility Type, MSN-03-2 Great Zeong, MSN-X17 Zeong Type-MA, MSN-02GA Hell Zeong Galaxy, MSN-02MR Hell Zeong Marine and Zeong Spectra.
Who piloted the MSN-02 Zeong?
The MSN-02 Zeong was piloted by Char Aznable, Carlos Kaiser and Noise Maddy.
Which factions operated the MSN-02 Zeong?
The MSN-02 Zeong was operated by Principality of Zeon.
How big is the MSN-02 Zeong?
The MSN-02 Zeong weighs 151.20 t, produces 9400 kW 12,605.607 hp, is armoured in Super-Hard Steel Alloy.
Which Gundam series does the MSN-02 Zeong appear in?
The MSN-02 Zeong appears in 27 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam (1979): Mobile Suit Gundam, Mobile Suit Gundam III: Encounters in Space, Magical Ensign Blaster Mari, Mobile Suit Gundam 0079, Gundam the Ride: A Baoa Qu and Gundam Evolve (plus 21 more).
Which Gundam games is the MSN-02 Zeong in?
The MSN-02 Zeong is playable in 27 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam: Cross Dimension 0079, Gundam: The Battle Master 2, Gundam Battle Assault, Mobile Suit Gundam: Federation vs Zeon, Gundam Battle Assault 2, Mobile Suit Gundam: Encounters in Space, Mobile Suit Gundam: Gundam vs. Zeta Gundam and Gundam Battle Royale (plus 19 more). It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam (1979), not in a game.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the MSN-02 Zeong?
Yes — 8 model kits are catalogued for the MSN-02 Zeong, alongside 2 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

Explore the full interactive development tree for the MSN-02 Zeong above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. View its evolution tree & lineage. Browse MSN-02 Zeong Gunpla kits & merchandise (10). Reference: Gundam Wiki.