Sunday, July 27, 2014

What about the little people? Zeon standard-issue SMG.

This was a leftover scan I had lying around...

But it's interesting to know that someone still cares about the stuff the poor little infantry guys are using to make up some sort of history behind them.



Zeon Submachine Gun

This submachine gun utilizes the 9mm parabellum round, a round which is often called a ‘relic of the past’.  It uses a 36-round double stack magazine to form a very compact weapon.

 (TL Notes: From the image we can see that it has a collapsible shoulder stock, and appears to only have safety and full-automatic fire selector settings.) 

 

Source: Another Century's Chronicle, Vol. 1 (上)

MS-06R-1A Technical Manual

MS-06R-1A High Mobility Zaku II

Technical Manual





The newest model of the MS-06 Zaku line, the MS-06R-1A type, represents a fundamental change from the existing F and C type models.  The R-1A type uses a propulsion engine and verniers that are considerably more powerful that than of the standard F type.  However, as the fuel consumption has also increased, pilots must be careful not to run out of fuel during engagements.  The efficiency of the arms and legs has also been improved, so an increase in the performance of this type in melee combat can also be expected.  Two types of control interfaces are also available on the R-1A type, semi-auto control and manual control, which allows the pilot to select the most ideal control type for the operation or engagement at hand.
Because the capabilities of this Mobile Suit have risen to a level impossible for the standard F-type, by studying this manual thoroughly, pilots will be able to perform at their peak level.


I do still pay attention to this, really...

Someone on Reddit discovered my little not-so-secret project I see, so this might give me a little boost in motivation.

Unfortunately, I am traveling on business for the next month or so, so don't have access to most of my books. 

However, as I am currently with family in Japan, there is a chance that you may see some new material from some more recent books, if I can find some time to get to the bookstore. 


That being said, I will post up the pictureless version of the MS-06R1A Technical Manual, and try to add pictures when I can get back to the books again next month.

Comments on some things you would like to see are encouraged!