The Walls Have Ears... and Cannons! The Kotobukiya HMM 1/72 Zoids RZ-013 Buster Tortoise (Reissue) Rolls Back to Battle!
They thought they could breach your defenses. They were wrong. The colossal Buster Tortoise returns, its earth-shaking siege a terrifying echo of the past. This meticulously detailed reissue from Kotobukiya isn't just any Zoid - it's a fortress on treads, bristling with enough firepower to level mountains.
Dominate the Battlefield:
The Kotobukiya HMM 1/72 Zoids RZ-013 Buster Tortoise (Reissue) isn't a model kit, it's an impenetrable bulwark against your enemies. Will you be the one to command it?
Order yours today and rewrite the history of Zoid warfare!
Discover the World of Zoids - A Fusion between Nature and Machine! Step into the vibrant legacy of Zoids, the revolutionary bio-mechanical creatures inspired by dinosaurs, insects, and mammals. Originating in '82 from Japan's Tomy (now Takara-Tomy), these 1:72 scale models bring your fantasies to life with snap-together ease and...
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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.
Yes! This 1/72 Buster Tortoise reissue brings the iconic heavy artillery Zoid from the Chaotic Century and Guardian Force series to your shelves, complete with its devastating quad cannons and slow but unstoppable power. Prepare for some turtle-powered devastation!
This is indeed a reissue, but it boasts some exciting improvements: Enhanced parts: Some parts may be molded in different colors for better accuracy and visual consistency. Sturdier joints: Smoother articulation and better balance for confident posing of the heavy Buster Tortoise. Potentially updated decals: Sharper markings and details to elevate the classic look of this Zoid.
Absolutely! The Buster Tortoise comes armed to the teeth with its signature quad cannons on the back, along with smaller cannons on the head and sides. Imagine unleashing a barrage of firepower on your Zoids battlefield!
While not the most agile Zoid, the kit features articulation in the legs, head, and turret, allowing you to recreate iconic scenes or display it in different attack stances. Show off the Buster Tortoise's intimidating presence!
The 1/72 Zoids: RZ-013 Buster Tortoise (Reissue) can be found at various online hobby stores, figure shops, and even some major retailers. Start your search and get ready to bring the rumbling wrath of the Buster Tortoise to your Zoids collection!
As the title suggests, my second Zoids kit was a real test of patience, also proves that they are kits are for display only.
Not display & play like Gunpla.
Main body is the main fragile point of the kit, especially when connecting the dorsal section to the underbelly section & same can be said for the installation of the legs.... parts fly away.
The cannon is more than likely the reason you're getting this kit.
As you'll see in provided photos, the cannon is impressive in size & aesthetic looks.
However like the main body it has flaws but very minor, when raising the cannon for long range fire, the mesh cables will come out & the small connection to the housing unit
So in Gunpla term, is this a hand grenade kit?
Yes it is, hence the 3 star rating.
Would I still recommend it?
Absolutely! Still an aesthetically pleasing display piece.
