Bandai Model Kit Gunpla High Grade Universal Century HGUC 1/144 RX-75 Guntank
Directly inspired by the groundbreaking 1979 animated series, this heavy combat mecha represents one of the three major prototype weapons secretly developed by the Earth Federation during the One Year War. Distinguished by a unique, asymmetrical industrial silhouette that fuses a humanoid torso with an armoured tank chassis, this artillery mecha is adorned in its characteristic blue, white and yellow colour scheme. This replica from the High Grade Universal Century collection celebrates the origins of the space saga by offering surgical precision in its reproduction of the original mechanical design, crafted to take its place as an essential historical piece in your display cabinet.
The external structure meticulously reproduces the imposing lower tracks and the transparent cockpit housed in the head to accommodate the pilot. The mechanical articulation in this range provides excellent stability on the ground and allows the two massive 120 mm shoulder cannons to be positioned to create realistic long-range firing poses. The forearms feature detailed quadruple missile launchers that pivot independently to provide a variety of firing angles. This exceptional model brings a raw military presence and striking technical detail to your collection, all assembled via a simple snap-fit system with no paint or glue required.
Technical specifications
- Brand: Bandai Model Kit
- Range/Grade: High Grade Universal Century (HGUC)
- Scale/Format: 1/144
- Finished height: 11 cm
- Estimated number of parts: 110
- Difficulty level: Beginner to intermediate (Difficulty rating: 2/5)
- Estimated assembly time: 1 to 2 hours
- Assembly system: Glue-free snap-fit
- Materials: Injection-moulded, colour-through plastic (PS, ABS, PE)
- Accessories included: Two 120 mm shoulder cannons, integrated forearm missile launchers, translucent cockpit canopy, sheet of Earth Federation marking decals, illustrated assembly guide
Key features
- A memorable hybrid design combining the rugged look of a tracked battle tank with the upper structure of a combat robot.
- Mobile heavy artillery featuring long, vertically articulated shoulder cannons to simulate powerful barrages.
- Detailed transparent cockpit offering a glimpse of the mecha’s internal head configuration for enhanced realism.
- Precision assembly without glue, using factory-coloured parts to achieve a clean, authentic finish straight away.
Keywords
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