GM Sniper II
The RGM-79SP GM Sniper II is a high-performance mobile suit belonging to the Earth Federation Forces, featured in Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket. Built during the final stages of the One Year War as an upgraded custom unit based on late-production GMs, it stands out as one of the most capable mass-produced machines of the conflict, possessing combat capabilities that rival flagship mobile suits.
Overview
The RGM-79SP GM Sniper II is a high-performance mobile suit belonging to the Earth Federation Forces, featured in Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket. Built during the final stages of the One Year War as an upgraded custom unit based on late-production GMs, it stands out as one of the most capable mass-produced machines of the conflict, possessing combat capabilities that rival flagship mobile suits.
Appearance
The head unit is equipped with a green-tinted optical sensor system and a specialized retractable assault visor designed for precision targeting.
Abilities
Based on late-production GMs, this suit features upgraded thrusters and refined mobility, along with selective Luna Titanium armor reinforcement. Integrated with augmented sensor packages, its baseline performance rivals that of the RX-78-2 Gundam and Gelgoog. Its arsenal includes a specialized bullet-firing sniper rifle for accurate long-range engagement, alongside machine guns, beam rifles, beam guns, and bazookas.
Background
Developed by the Earth Federation Forces toward the close of the One Year War, the unit was created to provide veteran pilots with enhanced firepower and mobility. Produced in limited quantities, it was assigned to elite officers such as South Burning and deployed in defensive actions during the conflict.
Relationships
Derived from the RGM-79 GM series and sharing lineage with the GM Sniper Custom, its combat performance benchmarks were evaluated against the RX-78-2 Gundam and MS-14 Gelgoog. Notable pilots include South Burning. In later iterations, it served as the baseline design for customized variants like the RGM-79K9 GM Sniper K9.
Trivia
Regarded as the pinnacle of Earth Federation mass-production units during the One Year War, its design concept influenced later post-war mobile suits such as the Nemo. It remains a fan-favorite machine across numerous video games and side-story media.