Following its battle with the MRX-013-3 Psycho Gundam Mk-IV G-Doors, the MSK-008R Rick Dijeh was remodeled and the damage it sustained was repaired. The original parts could not be repaired due to lack of budget and the armor parts and drive system were derived from the RGM-88X Jeddah. The machine's color scheme was changed to black and gray, further increasing its "Gundam-like" appearance. It was equipped with a shield from the RGM-86R GM III to compensate for the reduced ballistic protection. Amuro was familiar with the equipment during his time piloting the RX-78-2 Gundam and it allowed him to use combat actions which he specialized in, such as throwing the shield at the enemy.
