Mandra M3

Mandra M3 is a Mechanical Beast that served as the monster-of-the-week in episode 47 of the Mazinger Z anime alongside Basara Q5.

Appearance
Mandra M3 is an alligator-like serpentine Mechanical Beast with a mostly purple and yellow body. It features a long mouth with six pairs of razor sharp teeth, searchlight-like eyes, energy rays in its mouth, and turbines on the sides of its body.

Abilities and Equipment
Mandra is able to swim at higher speeds with to its turbines, the same turbines also allow it to fly. Its alligator-like mouth contains electrified teeth for combat and three torpedo launchers for ranged combat. Near the mouth are twin energy rays for mid-range battle. The tail can detach itself and restrain enemies.

Trivia

 * Mandra's crocodilian-like appearance and detaching tail make it somewhat similar to the manga-exclusive Crocodiver O1.