Description
The Bandai HGGS #40 1/144 ORB-01 Oowashi Akatsuki Gundam is a High Grade Gundam SEED kit based on the iconic gold mobile suit from Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny. This version equips the Akatsuki Gundam with the Oowashi Sky Pack, the atmospheric flight backpack initially used by pilot Cagalli Yula Athha. Suitable for beginner to intermediate builders, this snap-fit kit requires no glue or painting, with gold chrome-plated parts reproducing the Yata-no-Kagami mirror armor. Originally released in 2006, the kit uses undergated technology on all chrome parts to minimize nub marks on visible surfaces.
Key Features
- Gold Chrome Plating: All gold armor parts feature chrome coating to replicate the Akatsuki's Yata-no-Kagami beam-reflective armor, with undergated runners to minimize visible nub marks
- Oowashi Sky Pack: Detachable atmospheric flight backpack with beam cannons that can deploy into firing mode by sliding forward, and the pack can transform into an independent fighter mode
- Beam Cannon Gimmick: The High-Energy Beam Cannons on the Oowashi can be extended and held forward under the arms for firing poses
- Striker Pack Compatibility: Compatible with several HGGS, HGCE, and HGBF Striker Packs for expanded customization options
- Side Armor Weapon Storage: Beam rifle and beam saber hilts can attach to and detach from the side skirt armor
- Display Stand Included: Comes with a display stand for aerial poses, with an additional hardpoint compatible with Action Base units sold separately
- Marking Decals: Includes dry transfer decals and foil stickers for Akatsuki and Oowashi markings
Included Equipment and Accessories
- ORB-01 Akatsuki Gundam mobile suit
- Oowashi Sky Pack
- Beam rifle
- Shield
- Dual beam saber (beam saber hilts and beam effect parts)
- Display stand
- Dry transfer decals and foil stickers
- Instruction manual
Specifications
| Brand | Bandai Spirits |
| Series | Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny |
| Line | High Grade Gundam SEED (HGGS) |
| Kit Number | 40 |
| Scale | 1/144 |
| Model Number | ORB-01 |
| Mobile Suit Name | Oowashi Akatsuki Gundam |
| Pilot | Cagalli Yula Athha |
| Bandai SKU | 0141910 (BAS1141910) |
| UPC | 4573102603654 |
| Product Type | Model Kit |
| Material | PS, PE, ABS (with chrome plating) |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Release Date | April 23, 2006 |
Bandai HGGS #40 1/144 ORB-01 Oowashi Akatsuki Gundam Model Kit
Bandai
High Grade 1/144 Gundam
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