MS-06F-2 Zaku II F2 Type (Kimberlite Base)

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The MS-06F-2 Zaku II F2 Type (aka MS-06F2 Zaku II F2 Type) is a mobile suit introduced in Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory . The F2 Type was the late production variant of the MS-06F Zaku II . Based on the operation data of its predecessor, the F2's design concept was to revise the Zaku II for anti-mobile suit combat - something that was not accounted for in mobile suit design until the MS-07B Gouf - by reducing its weight and increasing its thruster output. In addition, since the F Type's armor around the cockpit hatch was fragile, the F2 Type featured a redesigned chest armor, which became its most distinctive feature compared to other models of the same series. [​1] Since a portion of the F2 Type was produced after the implementation of the United Maintenance Plan , these units share the same unified cockpit design as well as some parts as other second phase production type mobile suits. [​1] These units were easier to pilot than existing mobile suits, and were popular among new recruits and cadets. [​2] At the time of the F2 Type's creation, the development of new models was proceeding at a rapid pace, and it became difficult to secure a production line, so the F2 Type