Hulke
Civilian space transport vessel used during the Universal Century.
The Hulke was a civilian space transport vessel used for short-distance travel in the Universal Century.
History
The Hulke was one of many civilian spacecraft designs that emerged to meet the growing need for personal transportation in space. These vessels were primarily used for short-range travel between and within space colonies.
A notable Hulke deployment occurred in December UC 0079 when Side 6 District Attorney Cameron Bloom used his personal vessel to escort the Earth Federation Forces assault carrier White Base as it departed Side 6’s neutral space. Despite the presence of Principality of Zeon forces in the area, Cameron remained with the White Base until the last possible moment before returning safely to Side 6’s airspace.
Design
The Hulke featured a simple but practical design focused on utility. The vessel consisted of a main cabin that doubled as a cockpit, with a propulsion unit attached. The design prioritised functionality for short-distance space travel rather than extended voyages.
The vessel’s cockpit accommodated a pilot and one passenger in standard seating configuration. Two external fuel tanks provided the necessary propellant for its four rocket thrusters.
Interior appointments varied between individual vessels, with some featuring luxurious furnishings while others maintained minimal, utilitarian layouts.
Armaments
As a civilian vessel, the Hulke carried no weapons.
Behind the scenes
Okawara Kunio was the original mechanical designer.
Appearances
- Mobile Suit Gundam
- Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory
- Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin