GIR units are equipped with various weaponry and gadgets. Here is a list of all their known functions and utilities:

* Head-mounted rocket-launchers and machine guns
* Circular saw-blades
* Self-destruct capabilities
* Extending grappler arms
* Hover-jets in legs; thrusters can be removed and the empty space
used for storage
* Ability to fire electronic-crippling fragments
* Ability to discharge energy blasts
* Giant sling-shot in head
* Compatibility with custom upgrades, such as Mimi's power arm and
GIR's memory tank
* Ability to pilot Irken vehicles
* Collapsibility for easy storage
* Thermos
* Free will activated when the mission to which they have currently
been assigned is threatened
* Communication with the owner through the owner's PAK