Give your display cabinet a massive, imposing presence with Bandai’s 1/144 High Grade model of the Gustav Karl Type-00. Deployed as the Earth Federation Forces’ primary heavy infantry Mobile Suit, this Universal Century behemoth immediately stands out thanks to its thick grey and blue armour, angular design and the appearance of a mobile fortress.
The plastic engineering incorporated into this kit is a true technical feat. Despite its colossal armour plates and very broad silhouette, the model boasts a surprising range of movement in the legs and torso. The highlight of its design is its large asymmetrical shield, mounted on an articulated mechanical arm attached to the shoulder, allowing it to pivot smoothly forwards or backwards. Internal parts are moulded from coloured injection-moulded plastic; this collectable robot assembles without glue or paint, offering immediate visual enjoyment.
Technical specifications
- Brand: Bandai Spirits / Bandai Hobby
- Range / Grade: High Grade (HG)
- Scale / Format: 1/144
- Final height: Approx. 16 cm (significantly larger than a standard HG model)
- Estimated number of parts: ~150 parts spread across numerous plastic sprues
- Difficulty level: Level 2 / Intermediate (Suitable for ages 8 and over)
- Estimated assembly time: 2 to 3 hours
- Assembly system: Snap-fit (parts click into place with a simple press; no glue required)
- Materials: High-quality injection-moulded plastic
- Accessories included: 1 beam rifle, 1 movable shoulder shield, 2 lightsabres with translucent blades, and 1 sheet of stickers for marking details.
Key features
- Impressive size and scale: A massive silhouette that towers over most kits of the same scale, making for a striking display piece.
- Articulated shoulder shield: The side armour is mounted on an extendable axis so it can be easily deployed into a frontal protective position.
- Optimised leg mobility: The sliding mechanism integrated into the pelvis allows for stable, dynamic poses despite the weight of the leg guards.
- Clean, paint-free finish: The careful colour separation of the parts ensures a look faithful to the animation simply by snapping them together.
Keywords
Gundam, Gunpla, Bandai, High Grade, HG, 1/144, Gustav Karl, Type-00, Hathaway, Federation, Model Kit, Plastic model, Robot, Articulated figure, Mecha, Heavy, Snap-fit
