Top 5 Best Bandai Gundam Model Kits of 2017

We’re thrilled to show off some of the best Bandai Gundam model kits of 2017. Whether you’re a long-time fan of the Gundam sci-fi franchise or you’re just getting into it, you’re going to love these awesome model kits. At Plaza Japan, we offer a huge selection of the most desirable Gundam model kits on the market, so be sure to check out the rest of our inventory.

Without further adieu, here are five of our favorite Bandai Gundam model kits for 2017:

1. Bandai RG-25 Gundam Unicorn Gundam 1/144 Scale Kit

This  RX-0 Unicorn Gundam suit is truly something special, and it’s easily among the best Bandai Gundam model kits out today. In the series, this suit was created by Anaheim Electronics fore the Earth Federation. The suit is known for its important secret: (spoiler alert) it was the key to opening Laplace’s Box, and therefore it had the potential to alter the future of humanity.

This suit was designed to be the main symbol of the "U.C. project's" primary goal, which was to eliminate Zeonism in the Earth Sphere. That’s why in addition to utilizing a Gundam design, it also incorporated an anti-Newtype system.  

Its fascinating backstory isn’t the only reason why this is one of the best Bandai Gundam model kits. This model accurately recreates the telescopic action of this suit’s powerful weapons, including the Hyper Bazooka and Beam Magnum. This kit also includes metallic stickers that give you a high-tech green, gold, and silver sheen that’s difficult to obtain using paint.

Like all Bandai kits, this Gundam model offers exceptional quality and attention to detail. It utilizes a pre-assembled inner frame that only requires cutting out. It’s a Real Grade kit, so putting it together is a joy, and you can also expect the moveable parts to provide a wide range of movement so you can play with it or pose it to your exact preferences.

2. Bandai HG Build Fighters 057 NINPULSE GUNDAM 1/144 scale kit

This awesome  Ninpulse Gundam suit is from the Gundam Build Fighters: GM's Counterattack anime series. The suit is controlled by Nils Yajima, who was formerly   known as Nils Nielsen. Nils prefers machines that incorporate Japanese themes, and this is one of the best Bandai Gundam model kits because it has unique ninja flexing and posing abilities that fit the suit’s ninja-like capabilities.  In the anime series, the Ninpulse Gundam suit is able to use its high particle control abilities reproduce techniques used by ninjas, including shadow stitching (kagenui) and cloning (bunshin).

This model is one of the best Bandai Gundam model kits because it includes a few super cool gimmicks: it has a deformable backpack that reproduces the mantle form covering the whole body, and it can also be further deformed and equipped as a large-sized shuriken (ninja star). The arms include flexible blades that can be posed in ninja styles.

3. Bandai HGUC 207 Gundam RX-79BD-1 BLUE DESTINY UNIT 1 "EXAM" 1/144 scale kit

Another one of the best Bandai Gundam model kits, this Blue Destiny Unit 1 “EXAM” kit is truly a sight to behold. Its head can be selected from four styles:

• The game version
• The manga version
• The regular version
• The EXAM version  

  

Piloted by Yuu Kajima of the No. 11 Mixed Forces of Independent Machines, the  RX-79BD-1 Blue Destiny Unit 1 suit was based on the RX-79 [G] Gundam Ground Type. This suit had multiple improvements, including boosted mobility. It’s a prototype mobile suit that utilizes the EXAM System that Professor Chlust Moses took along with him when he defected from the Principality of Zeon.

Besides its many features, this is one of the best  Bandai Gundam model kits because it’s such a blast to build. It snaps together, so no glue is required. It includes a number of cool gimmicks, including beam Sabers that are stored in the legs, attached left open-hand parts, and a wide range of motion for creating awesome poses. This kit includes Beam Sabers, a Machine Gun, and a Shield.

4. Bandai HG Build Fighters 058 STAR BURNING GUNDAM 1/144 Scale Kit

 This  Star Burning Gundam model kit is from the Gundam Build Fighters: GM's Counterattack 2017 net animation series. Built by Sei Iori and piloted by Reiji and Sei lori, this Gundam suit is not based on an original model. It incorporates various elements of different Gundam type Gunplas, so it’s equipped for a wide range of battle styles.

This is one of the best Bandai Gundam model kits because it just looks insanely cool. The colors look incredible together, and the moving parts add an extra special touch. This kit includes a Beam Saber, Beam Rifle, and a Shield, and it’s capable of striking a huge variety of dynamic poses.

5. Bandai HG Build Fighters 059 GM/GM 1/144 scale kit

For our final model kit, we have the  Gunpla Mafia’s Mobile Suit. The Gunpla Mafia are the bad guys from  

the Gundam Build Fighters series and Gundam Build Fighters: GM's Counterattack OVA. They use Gunpla just to make money, and they’re considered to be “underworld-type” Gunpla Fighters. We chose this suit as one of the best Bandai Gundam model kits because you’re going to want to have some enemies to battle in your collection!

Like the other kits, this Gunpla Mafia mobile suit boasts remarkable attention to detail. No glue is required – just snap it in and you’re good to go. This suit can also be put into many different dynamic poses, so you can create the perfect display for your collection.

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We’ve only scratched the surface with these five best Bandai Gundam model kits. We have many other  Gundam model kits for Gundam enthusiasts, so be sure to browse our other products. If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at info@plazajapan.com or send us a message through our website. Add a new bandai Gundam kit to your collection today!

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