GunPla RGM-79SP GM Sniper II HGUC 1: 144

Plastic model kit: Gunpla RGM-79SP GM Sniper II HGUC 1:144

The Gunpla RGM-79SP GM Sniper II HGUC model kit in 1:144 scale is an excellent choice for fans of the Gundam series and modeling enthusiasts. This detailed set allows you to build one of the most recognizable mobile suits from the Gundam universe, known for its precision and versatility on the battlefield.

Contents of the set:

• GM Sniper II model
• 2 beam sabers
• Manipulators: a pair for holding weapons, right hand with a finger on the trigger for the sniper rifle, right hand with a finger on the trigger for the machine gun, left hand open
• Sniper rifle
• Bullpup machine gun
• Shield
• RH-35E Riah 35 Draken-E
• Arms (Riah forces)
• Arms (worker)

Features and functions of the model:

The Draken-E can be built in the Riah forces version or as a worker version.

• Mobility:
• The head mounted on a ball joint allows for rotation.
• The torso can lean slightly forward and backward.
• The shoulder joints can move forward.
• Arms: rotate on a ball joint, can be raised horizontally, upper parts of the arms can rotate.
• Elbows and knees are double-jointed.
• Manipulators rotate on a ball joint.
• The waist can rotate 360 degrees.
• The hip joint axis can move forward/backward on one side.
• Upper thigh joints can move forward (and to a limited extent backward), can be raised horizontally and/or rotate on each element.
• The front and side skirt armors can be lifted to avoid hindering leg movement.
• Ankles can tilt/rotate.
• One-piece arms and legs of the Draken-E can rotate/move.

Weapons and other features:

• The unit head visor can be lowered.
• Hands are interchangeable.
• Each weapon must be held by the appropriate parts of the hand.
• The handles of the beam sabers can optionally be detached from the back of the waist as handheld weapons.
• The shield can be attached in two ways using an L-shaped adapter.
• The GM Sniper II can be mounted on any action base (sold separately).

Gunpla is an abbreviation of GUNdamPLAstic model. Models do not require glue or (mostly) painting. They are based on the Japanese series - Gundam - which debuted in Japan in 1979 and featured giant combat robots, reaching heights of up to 18 meters, piloted by humans.

Assembly kit. To assemble, you will need modeling nippers (to cut the model parts from the frames), which are not included in the set. It is also advisable to equip yourself with a modeling knife (or a utility knife). The photo shows a professionally assembled model.