Technology & Combat Characteristics
The RX-107 TR-4 [Dandelion] is a prototype atmospheric entry module developed for special operations. In recent years, the ballute system has been introduced as optional equipment which allows a mobile suit to enter the atmosphere independently. However, a descent using the ballute system requires a sequence of adjustments beforehand and transportation to satellite orbit by a carrier ship. Seeking a smoother method for Earth descent operations, the Titans remodeled the [[RX-107 ［Rosette］|RX-107 [Rosette]]] to create the Dandelion, which has thrust and cruising range comparable to those of a mobile armor. This machine can travel to a descent point in satellite orbit under its own power, even while carrying a mobile suit, and because it can function as a sub flight system after entering the atmosphere, it can engage in combat and change its landing point after entry.
Although the Dandelion shifts between an atmospheric entry form, a mobile armor form, and a mobile suit form, this isn't a so-called "transformation." Instead the machine is designed with the concept of a "form shift" adapted to the changing circumstances of atmospheric entry, in which little thought is given to returning to a previous form. Parts which become unnecessary after entering the atmosphere can thus be detached and discarded, and it's possible to purge all these parts, ultimately leaving only the core mobile suit which contains the cockpit block.
History
The Dandelion would perform an atmospheric entry test in October, 0085 with Carl Matsubara as its pilot. The Dandelion would successfully preform its test before engaging Zeon Remnants attacking Eliard Hunter in the TR-3 [ Kehaar ]. Alongside Hunter, The TR-4 would defeat a Dodai II. While retreating to the Federation's Khartoum Base, the Dandelion would enter a skirmish with 2 MS-07B Goufs and Dodai Kais. The Dandelion won the fight, but its extra armor would be purged, reverting it into the RX-107 [Rosette].
The data from the Dandelion would go on to create the NRX-055 Baund Doc.
