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Bandai 1/100 MG RX-78 Gundam (Gundam the Origin Ver)

$93.99 AUD
Experience the visually reinterpreted RX-78-02 Gundam with enhanced articulation and dynamic poses. Commemorate the One Year War's origins with intricate details and special effect parts.
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Key features

1. Visually Reinterpreted Design with Intricate Details

Embrace the visually reinterpreted RX-78-02, capturing the essence of the iconic mobile suit through the captivating manga art of Yoshikazu Yasuhiko. Witness the intricate details, sharp lines, and imposing armor that bring this legendary mobile suit to life.

2. Commemorate the One Year War's Origins

Own a piece of anime history with the 1/100 MG THE ORIGIN RX-78-02 Gundam, a symbol of the One Year War as depicted in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin. Experience the legacy of the countless RX-78-02 pilots who fought for their cause.

3. Enhanced Articulation and Dynamic Poses

Unleash a wider range of motion and flexibility with the RX-78-02's enhanced articulation, recreating iconic scenes from the manga or creating your own unique action sequences.

Returns & Refunds
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Series Assembly Guide FAQ

Bandai 1/100 MG RX-78 Gundam (Gundam the Origin Ver)

The classic RX-78-02 is back!  This time it’s styled as “The Origin” version from the popular manga comic "Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin.”  This new Master Grade release features a new shoulder cannon as well a more flexible waist and legs. Effect parts for the gatling gun muzzle flash as well as a firing missile are also included.  An amazingly engineered snapfit kit molded in multiple colours, with excellent peel-off stick-on markings.

Its pelvis slides with four degrees of freedom, its ankles are redesigned for added stability and flexibility, and its range of mobility redefines what models are capable of!
New fixed weaponry like its chest-mounted vulcan uses clear parts in places for added impact on display.
Its armament also includes its shoulder cannon and more, and an LED unit (sold separately) can illuminate its camera eye!

 

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Assembly Guide

Skill Level.2 Basic modeling skills are required. Parental supervision may be required for younger children. These kits are generally suitable for beginner builders. A basic set of modeling tools are required including nippers, hobby knife, sanding sticks/paper, file, and tweezers. No glue is needed for the general assembly. Parts will need to be removed by using a pair of nippers and cutting the part away from the runner. Parts may require clean-up where they were removed from the runner.

Gunpla (plastic model kits) are a snap together assembly and do not need plastic cement to complete. We always recommend having some plastic cement handy as a part of your modeler's tool kit. If you prefer to fix your model in a particular pose then plastic cement will work. Plastic cement is also perfect to use if a joint is loose. Apply plastic cement in a single thin layer and allow it to dry completely before test fitting. Re-apply more cement if necessary.

Gunpla (plastic model kits) are designed to be built and displayed without the need for painting. Kits are molded in different colours replicating the colours of the actual mecha from the Gundam series. A technique called colour separation, where multiple parts of the model are molded in different colours on the same sprue is also used. Gundam kits often include stickers or water-slide decals that can be applied to the model to enhance its appearance. Some Gunpla kits come with pre-painted parts or parts with pre-applied details, such as metallic or translucent finishes.

Many modelers still choose to paint their kits to customize and add further detail. Painting allows for more creativity and personalization, enabling modelers to achieve unique effects, weathering, and colour schemes that may not be available out of the box. However, the kits are designed to be enjoyable and visually appealing even without painting, making them accessible to a wide range of hobbyists.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1/100 MG THE ORIGIN RX-78-02 Gundam?

The 1/100 MG THE ORIGIN RX-78-02 Gundam is a high-quality model kit of the original RX-78-02 Gundam from the manga series Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin. It is part of Bandai's Master Grade (MG) line, known for its detailed and accurate representations of Gundam and other anime mecha. This kit features a variety of impressive details and features, making it a popular choice among Gundam fans.

What are the key features of the 1/100 MG THE ORIGIN RX-78-02 Gundam?

The 1/100 MG THE ORIGIN RX-78-02 Gundam features a variety of impressive details and features, including: Visually Reinterpreted Design: Capture the essence of the RX-78-02, the iconic mobile suit that started it all, reimagined through the lens of Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's captivating manga art. Witness the intricate details, sharp lines, and imposing armor that bring this legendary mobile suit to life. Symbol of the One Year War's Origins: Own a piece of anime history with the 1/100 MG THE ORIGIN RX-78-02 Gundam, a mobile suit that played a pivotal role in the events of the One Year War as depicted in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin. Witness the culmination of technological advancements and experience the legacy of the countless RX-78-02 pilots who fought for their cause. Enhanced Articulation and Dynamic Poses: Experience superior posability and recreate iconic scenes from the manga or create your own unique action sequences with the RX-78-02's enhanced articulation. New Engineering and Flexible Torso: Witness the innovative engineering that allows for a wider range of motion and flexibility in the torso, enabling more dynamic and realistic poses. Special Effect Parts for Smoke Trails and Muzzle Flash: Enhance the realism of your model with the included special effect parts that recreate smoke trails and muzzle flash, adding an extra layer of excitement to your display.

What is the level of difficulty for assembling the 1/100 MG THE ORIGIN RX-78-02 Gundam?

The 1/100 MG THE ORIGIN RX-78-02 Gundam is rated as an "Intermediate" level kit, making it suitable for modelers with some experience. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, but the parts may be smaller and more delicate than those in beginner-level kits.

What tools are needed to assemble the 1/100 MG THE ORIGIN RX-78-02 Gundam?

The only tools required to assemble the 1/100 MG THE ORIGIN RX-78-02 Gundam are a hobby knife, a pair of nippers, and tweezers. However, some modelers may also prefer to use sanding tools and a top coat for a more refined finish.

What is the price of the 1/100 MG THE ORIGIN RX-78-02 Gundam?

The price of the 1/100 MG THE ORIGIN RX-78-02 Gundam can vary depending on the retailer, but it typically ranges from $40 to $60.

Customer Reviews

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E.M. (Brisbane, AU)
Gender: Male
Comments: No feedback that Gundam Express could have feasibly helped with, fingers were stuck in the box
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Likes: Came with a free Bandai parts separator!
Really good kit betrayed by its age

This is a pretty much perfect kit. Feels solid, damn great articulation, a lot of accessories and looks really nice!

Sadly the fingers on mine probably have stiffed up a LOT which resulted in one of the finger tips breaking off because of how long this kit was in box for, although that was fixed by placing that finger as the pinkie ok that o E hand and carefully bending each of the other finger joints backwards.

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Lance Apita (Melbourne, AU)
Gender: Male
Comments: Good build
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Good

Is good. Would build. Did build. Would build again.

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Brandon (Adelaide, AU)
Gender: Male
Comments: Good accessories and effects, good articulation, unique design
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RX-78-2 does the Origin ver justice

A very good build. Solid points of articulation, lot of detail for panel lining, especially in the legs, effects for the shoulder gatlings, wrist cannon and missile section on the other shoulder. A must get for builders who want the RX-78-2 before it got the Core Block.

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