Technology & Combat Characteristics
Developed as an improved model of the MS-06J Zaku II Ground Type, the MS-06G is the final production model of the Zaku Ground Type. Since its development period overlapped with that of the MS-07 Gouf, it shared some of the latter's visual features, such as the shape of the arms and spike armor. To improve its terrestrial combat capabilities under the extra stress of gravity, the joints and leg frame were reinforced. The power cables on the legs have been internalized, the backpack was also upgraded and extra thrusters were added, giving it far greater ground combat performance than the base model. Additionally, the backpack could be equipped with a large antenna as an optional equipment. The shape of the armor, including the shield on the right shoulder, have been modified to be more aerodynamically designed, granting the machine improved maneuverability.
History
During the middle stage of the One Year War, the MS-06G became the single most maneuverable mobile suit on the ground. Due to its late development, only 58 units were produced before production was halted. The only unit that survived the war was captured by the Earth Federation Forces in California Base while undergoing modification.
In 0079 U.C, Lieutenant Gunter Hal piloted a Zaku II High Mobility Ground Type attached with a commander antenna in the African Front. He was feared by the Earth Federation troops and earned the nickname "Hawk of Hogle" when he destroyed 9 Federation fighters in an aerial battle situated above Hogle Mountain in the Sahara Desert. Lieutenant Gunter Hal, sortied a total of 23 times on the African Front, tallying up an impressive score of 32 fighters, 6 bombers and one RGM-79. Around the middle of December, Gunter was transferred to A Baoa Qu with him only spending 42 days on the African Front.