1/144 RX-78-2 Gundam (Vintage)

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The first-ever RX-78-2 Gundam kit returns! Relive the classic 1980 release of the Gundam in 1/144 scale - complete with its quirks and dated engineering. Molded in off-white like in 1980, this kit features a polycap-less build and basic articulation after completion. Like all kits from the way-back times, this kit will require plastic cement to assemble. While paint is not required, it is recommended to create screen-accurate depictions of the Gundam. Product Features: Reproduction of the first-ever Gundam kit in 1/144 scale Based on the Mobile Suit Gundam anime No polycap build Molded in a single color (off-white) Requires plastic cement for assembly Box Contents: Pieces to build RX-78-2 Gundam Beam Rifle 4x Beam Saber Shield Instructions (may or may not include English translation)

Customer Reviews (4.2 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Henry ★★★★★ Sep 8, 2026

The off-white plastic looks exactly like the box art from the 80s, and the seam lines on the legs are a charming blast from the past. Getting the polycaps to fit took some patience, but seeing that classic pose come together felt genuinely special.

Jason ★★★★★ Sep 6, 2026

The engineering feels delightfully primitive compared to modern kits—no polycaps, just tight friction fits that kept me on my toes—but snapping together this slice of 1980 history was a nostalgic blast. Those dated seams and all are part of its charm, and the molded-in off-white hue gives it a legit

George ★★★★☆ Aug 19, 2026

The off-white plastic really does look like the 1980 original, which is a nice touch for collectors. Just be ready for some stiff joints and seam lines that need work, but that's part of the charm.