{"product_id":"mechanicore-1-100-mec10-arc-zmx-42-firehawk-arctic-combat-mode-model-kit","title":"[LIMITED] Mechanicore 1\/100 MEC10-ARC ZMX-42 Firehawk Arctic Combat Mode Model Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mechanicore 1\/100 MEC10-ARC ZMX-42 Firehawk Arctic Combat Mode is a limited-edition color variant of Mechanicore's flagship mecha model kit. This version features a light gray base color scheme with military blue and black accents, representing a polar combat configuration. The Firehawk's design draws heavily from the MSN-04II Nightingale and MSN-04 Sazabi lineage, reinterpreted as an original Mechanicore design with a hawk-inspired silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit converts between two distinct configurations - Genesic Heavy Assault Type and MS Close Combat Type - each with significantly different proportions and profiles. Mechanicore is a Chinese third-party manufacturer known for extremely high part counts, integrated LED systems, metal parts, and build complexity that exceeds most commercially available plastic model kits. The Arctic Combat Mode is limited to 3,888 units worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Converts between Genesic Heavy Assault Type (520mm shoulder width, heavy armor) and MS Close Combat Type (152mm shoulder width, streamlined profile)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated LED System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in LED lighting effects powered via USB Type-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes die-cast metal components alongside PS, PC, and POM plastic for structural rigidity and weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArctic Combat Color Scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light gray base with military blue and black accents, distinct from the original red version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Armament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beam Tomahawk, Grenade Launcher, Beam Saber x2, and light-type shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-Batch Bonus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a set of clear transparent body armor parts for alternate display options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilder Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Firehawk is an advanced-level kit that requires glue, paint, and finishing supplies. Build complexity is substantially above Bandai PG kits and closer to high-end garage kit territory, with extensive parts fitting, LED wiring, and screw-based assembly. Builders should expect a long-duration project with careful dry-fitting required throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Build This Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mechanicore 1\/100 ZMX-42 Firehawk Arctic Combat Mode is one of the most ambitious plastic model kits available from any manufacturer, with dimensions (26 cm head height, 52 cm shoulder width in Heavy Assault mode) and a parts count that dwarf even Bandai's PG line. The dual-configuration system that transforms the kit between a massive heavy assault profile and a compact close-combat silhouette is a genuine engineering feature, not a marketing gimmick - the shoulder width difference alone is over 360mm between modes. For builders who want a Nightingale-inspired design without being locked into Bandai's limited kit options, the Firehawk is currently the most detailed alternative at any scale. The Arctic Combat variant is the version to choose for builders who prefer military-toned color schemes over the original red, though both versions share identical engineering. At its price point, the Firehawk competes with premium resin conversion kits but offers the advantage of being a complete, self-contained product with integrated LED lighting and metal reinforcement out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBox Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePS, PC, POM plastic runners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDie-cast metal parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLED lighting system with USB Type-C power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrews and hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeam Tomahawk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrenade Launcher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeam Saber x2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight-type shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear transparent body armor parts (first-batch bonus)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMechanicore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMEC10-ARC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Height (Heavy Assault)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e253mm (excluding head horn)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Height (Heavy Assault)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e260mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShoulder Width (Heavy Assault)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e520mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Height (Close Combat)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e234mm (excluding head horn)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Height (Close Combat)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e278mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShoulder Width (Close Combat)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e152mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePS, PC, POM, Die-Cast Metal, Screws, LED system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Type-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfigurations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenesic Heavy Assault Type \/ MS Close Combat Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited Production\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3,888 units worldwide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 7.7 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBox Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e72 x 56 x 26 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssembly Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes - glue, paint, and finishing supplies required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Mechanicore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50956988449015,"sku":"MEC10-ARC","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/2148\/7095\/files\/ZMX42-_-_-08.jpg?v=1784676432","url":"https:\/\/lascalemodel.com\/products\/mechanicore-1-100-mec10-arc-zmx-42-firehawk-arctic-combat-mode-model-kit","provider":"LA Scale Model","version":"1.0","type":"link"}