One of the new Gundams deployed by Celestial Being in AD 2312, the Cherudim Gundam was developed as the successor to the GN-002 Gundam Dynames and specialized in long-range shooting. The Cherudim's attack power, shooting accuracy, and other basic performances had been enhanced compared to its predecessor. Features inherited from the Dynames included a Sniper Mode for long-range shooting, a rifle-shaped shooting scope in the cockpit, and the use of an AI-equipped robot, Haro, to assist Lockon Stratos in operating the mobile suit. Like the Dynames, the Cherudim's armament included weapons to handle combat in other ranges besides long-range, however major changes were made to its melee combat and defensive armament. The Cherudim was also able to use its Trans-Am System more effectively for shooting, and would not suffer as much from the system's drawbacks.