Gunpla RX-78-2 Gundam EG 1:144

Plastic model kit: Gunpla RX-78-2 Gundam EG 1:144

The Gunpla RX-78-2 Gundam EG 1:144 plastic model kit is an excellent choice for model enthusiasts and fans of the Mobile Suit Gundam series. This model, part of the Entry Grade series, is perfect for both beginners and experienced modelers who want to add an iconic Gundam model to their collection.

Model features:

• Scale: 1:144
• Material: PS Plastic
• Glue required: No, the model is designed to be assembled without glue.
• Contents of the set:
• RX-78-2 Gundam
• Lightsaber handles
• Beam rifle
• Shield

Functions and mechanisms:

• Articulation:

• The head can rotate on a double ball joint.

• The shoulder joints can lift upwards.

• The arms can rotate on a ball joint and lift horizontally.

• The elbows can bend up to 110 degrees.

• The manipulators can rotate on a ball joint.

• The waist can tilt sideways and forward and backward within a limited range.

• The upper thighs can rotate on a ball joint (though backward movement is limited by the non-articulated rear skirt armor).

• The knees are double-jointed.

• The ankles can tilt sideways (within a limited range) or forward on a C-clip joint.

• Weapons and other mechanisms:

• The beam rifle can be held in both hands, though it is default positioned in the right.

• The lightsaber handles can optionally be removed from the backpack as handheld weapons (lightsaber effects sold separately).

• The shield can be attached to either forearm (default on the left) or to the backpack.

• The shield can be repositioned to be held in the left hand.

• The Gundam can be mounted on any action base (sold separately).

Tips and advice:

• For better results, some or most details can be painted and finished with Gundam markers.
• It is recommended to use a topcoat (Mr. Hobby recommended) to protect painted details and/or stickers.
• Although the packaging suggests that no tools are needed to cut parts from the sprue, it is advisable to use nippers for cleaner cuts.
• Be cautious when posing the upper legs: sudden movements may break the thin element at the ball joint.
• C-clips in the elbow and knee joints may loosen over time if excessively used. This can be reduced by applying 2-3 thin layers of liquid super glue on both sides of the thin C-shaped panel.

Historical background of RX-78-2 Gundam: The RX-78-2 Gundam is an iconic mobile suit from the Mobile Suit Gundam series, which debuted in 1979. It is a prototype combat suit created by the Earth Federation as part of Project V. Primarily piloted by Amuro Ray, the Gundam became a symbol of the Federation's fight against the Zeon forces during the One Year War. With advanced technology, including lightweight and durable Luna Titanium armor and powerful weaponry, the RX-78-2 Gundam earned the nickname "White Devil" among Zeon forces. Its ability to adapt and learn from combat experiences made it extremely effective on the battlefield, and its data was used to improve mass-produced GM units.

Gunpla is an abbreviation of GUNdam PLAstic model. The 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.

Do-it-yourself assembly kit. To assemble, you will need modeling nippers (to cut model parts from the sprues), which are not included in the set. It is also advisable to have a modeling knife (or a utility knife). The photo shows a professionally assembled model.