An absolute staple of the world of Japanese animation, the original robot returns in an enhanced edition with Bandai’s 1/100 Master Grade RX-78-2 Gundam Ver 1.5 model kit. This cult kit (EAN code: 4902425763729) reimagines the classic design from the first series in 1979 by incorporating advanced plastic engineering technologies.
The major innovation of this 1.5 version lies in its legs, which are fully pre-assembled on the sprue (Bandai’s patented injection moulding system). This articulated internal frame (Inner Frame) ensures impressive mechanical flexibility and perfect posing. The cockpit opens to reveal the removable Core Fighter capsule, which can transform and be extracted from the robot’s abdomen just as in the anime.
Entirely moulded from coloured plastic, this premium-quality model assembles without glue or paint. With its engraved surface details, articulated hands and numerous water-slide decals and stickers, it offers the ultimate Gunpla experience to display with pride.
Technical specifications
- Brand: Bandai Spirits / Bandai Hobby
- Range / Grade: Master Grade (MG)
- Scale: 1/100
- Assembled height: Approx. 18 cm
- Number of parts: ~250 parts spread across 11 sprues, a sheet of decals and stickers
- Difficulty: Level 3 / Advanced (Recommended for intermediate and experienced model builders)
- Estimated assembly time: 4 to 6 hours (depending on the builder’s experience)
- Assembly system: Snap-fit (parts clip together, no glue required)
- Materials: High-quality ABS/PE/PS plastic
- Accessories included: 1 Beam Rifle, 1 Reinforced Shield, 2 Beam Sabres, 1 hyper bazooka, 1 beam javelin, 1 Gundam hammer, 1 miniature figure of the pilot Amuro Ray.
Key features
- Revolutionary internal skeleton: Legs fitted with a single-piece injection-moulded mechanical chassis for superior realism and flexibility.
- Functional Core Fighter: A fully transformable rescue vehicle housed at the very heart of the mecha’s torso.
- Extensive arsenal: Supplied with all the iconic weapons from the original series, including the chain hammer and the javelin.
- Master Grade finish: Hands with articulated fingers and colour-injected plastic for a museum-piece-quality appearance without the need for painting.
Keywords
Gundam, Gunpla, Bandai, Master Grade, MG, 1/100, RX-78-2, Amuro Ray, Model Kit, Plastic model, Robot, Articulated figure, Mecha, Anime, Japan, Ver 1.5, Core Fighter
