Technology & Combat Characteristics
This machine was designed to rival the ZGMF-X series, which included the highly successful ZGMF-X10A Freedom Gundam from the previous war, by merging the capabilities of the three 2nd GAT series units, which had seen some success against the ZGMF-X series, into a single composite type. Developed under the leadership of a defense contractor from the Blue Cosmos, an Atlantic Federation faction hostile to Coordinators, existing technology was utilized to hasten the development process, resulting in a chimeric design with abysmal maneuverability that rendered it uncontrollable by Natural pilots. Ironically, though built to combat Coordinators, only they could operate it, and its development was halted due to political and ideological reasons. Despite being deemed defective, it boasts formidable firepower, defense, and mobility. Its development data revealed flaws like the challenge of integrating all functions into a standard-sized mobile suit and the need for specialized pilot training, influencing the design of the GFAS-X1 Destroy Gundam.