GunPla RX-9/A Narrative Gundam A-Packs HGUC 1: 144

Plastic model kit: Gunpla RX-9/A Narrative Gundam A-Packs HGUC 1:144

The plastic model kit: Gunpla RX-9/A Narrative Gundam A-Packs HGUC 1:144 is a unique set for fans of the Gundam series and model-making enthusiasts. This detailed model depicts the Narrative Gundam in the A-Packs version, which is part of the High Grade Universal Century (HGUC) series in 1:144 scale. The set offers many customization options and dynamic posing possibilities, making it an ideal choice for both collectors and those just starting their journey in modeling.

Contents of the set:

• Narrative Gundam
• Manipulators: universal for holding weapons (1 pair), trigger finger (right)
• 2 beam sabers
• A-Packs equipment: 2 large beam saber effects, connecting parts for the Psycho-Capture field generator claws
• Display base
• 2 gun stands

Features and mechanisms of the model:

Articulation of the Narrative Gundam:

• The head can rotate, tilt, and move forward/backward thanks to a hinge and ball joint.
• The upper torso can rotate at the central connection point.
• The side sections of the upper torso can tilt forward.
• The upper torso can tilt forward/backward.
• The entire torso can rotate and slightly tilt sideways at the waist.
• The shoulder joints can lift.
• The arms can rotate at the ball joint and lift horizontally.
• The upper arm can rotate below the shoulder, as can the forearm below the elbow.
• The elbows can bend to about 110 degrees.
• The manipulators can rotate at the ball joint.
• The front and side armor elements of the waist can lift.
• The hip joints can move up/down.
• The upper thigh joints can: tilt forward (and to a limited extent backward) at the pin joint, lift horizontally to about parallel with the ground, and rotate at each part.
• The knees can bend to about 180 degrees.
• Each foot can move forward/backward and tilt sideways.

A-pack equipment:

• The sub-arms of the gun mounts are movable.
• The rear sub-arms of the beam saber/Psycho-Capture can move left and right on each side.

Weapons/Other mechanisms:

• The right hand is interchangeable, although the set only includes an alternative right hand, and none of the weapons require its use.
• Each of the included weapons can be used with the default hand parts.
• The Narrative Gundam can be mounted on the A-pack equipment.
• The covers on the rocket tubes can optionally be removed to reveal the missiles.
• The Psycho-Capture claws can be rearranged into claw modes.
• The claws can be rearranged into field generation mode by swapping parts.
• The Narrative Gundam 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 worth equipping yourself with a modeling knife (or a utility knife). The photo shows a professionally assembled model.