Description
The Bandai MG 1/100 RB-79K Ball Type K (08th MS Team Ver.) is a Master Grade model kit of the mobile pod from the OVA series Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team, built at 1/100 scale. This kit recreates the distinctive orange Ball Type K piloted by protagonist Shiro Amada in the series' opening episode, featuring enhanced mechanical detailing and mixed-material construction including soft parts, a metal shaft, and lead wire. Recommended for intermediate to advanced builders familiar with inner frame construction and multi-material assembly. Originally released in May 2005, the MG Ball Type K remains a fan-favorite companion piece to other 08th MS Team Master Grade kits.
Key Features
- Twin Cannon with Slide-Molded Barrels: Double-barreled cannon features ultra-thin slide-molded barrels with clear sensor parts for a realistic optical effect, and a removable rear casing to expose internal mechanism and ammo feed detail
- Detailed Cockpit Interior: Fully detailed cockpit with pilot figure and internal mechanical structure visible under removable armor plates
- Mixed-Material Construction: Includes soft parts for arm joint covers, a metal shaft for the damper mechanism, and ultra-thin lead wire at the arm tips for enhanced authenticity
- Articulated Manipulator Arms: Poseable manipulator arms allow for dynamic display configurations reflecting the Ball's battlefield support role
- Opening and Closing Hatches: Hatches reveal inner mechanical detail with color-separated parts for accuracy straight out of the box
- Distinctive Orange Color Scheme: Molded in the 08th MS Team-specific orange color scheme with alternate weapons loadout compared to the standard gray RB-79 Ball
- Tethering Hook and 180mm Cannon: Also includes standard Ball 180mm cannon and tethering hook accessories
Included Equipment and Accessories
- RB-79K Ball Type K main body and internal frame parts
- Double-barreled cannon assembly with clear sensor parts
- 180mm cannon
- Tethering hook
- Articulated manipulator arm parts with soft joint covers
- Metal shaft for damper mechanism
- Lead wire for arm detail
- Clear canopy/sensor parts
- 1/100 scale pilot figure
- Sticker sheet
- Instruction manual
Specifications
| Brand | Bandai |
| Series | Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team |
| Line | Master Grade (MG) |
| Scale | 1/100 |
| Model Number | RB-79K |
| Mobile Suit Name | Ball Type K |
| Pilot | Shiro Amada |
| Bandai SKU | 134096 |
| UPC/JAN | 4543112340962 |
| Product Type | Snap-fit plastic assembly model kit |
| Material | PS, soft parts, metal shaft, lead wire |
| Box Dimensions | 20 x 31 x 10 cm |
| Box Weight | 500 g |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Release Date | May 2005 |
Bandai MG 1/100 RB-79K Ball Type K (08th MS Team Ver.) Model Kit
Bandai
Master Grade 1/100 Gundam
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