The Bandai RG #40 1/144 RX-78-2 Gundam (Ver. 2.0) is a Real Grade model kit of the iconic Earth Federation prototype close-combat mobile suit from Mobile Suit Gundam (0079). Released in August 2024 to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the Gundam franchise, this kit features an all-new semi-monocoque internal frame design that draws from over a decade of Real Grade engineering advancements. Recommended for intermediate builders, the RG line features small parts and highly detailed construction for a rewarding build experience. Piloted by Amuro Ray, the RX-78-2 Gundam is the mobile suit that started it all.
Key Features
Semi-Monocoque Internal Frame: A newly designed full-body interior frame inspired by semi-monocoque construction, allowing builders to experience the assembly of a mobile suit as if constructing the real machine.
Transformable Core Fighter: The Core Fighter transforms into a Core Block that docks inside the Gundam's torso, with a newly developed auxiliary joint gimmick that enhances upper body articulation.
Opening Cockpit Hatch: An RG-original gimmick allows the chest armor covering the cockpit to open and close vertically.
Advanced Articulation: Double-jointed elbows and knees, 360-degree waist rotation, swing-down hip joints, and locking skirt armor parts provide a wide range of stable, natural posing.
Detailed Head Sculpt: Color-separated head with twin eyes, main camera, magazine drum, and cheek ducts reproduced through precision molding.
Weapon Versatility: Beam Rifle features a tilting scope and foregrip, Hyper Bazooka has an extendable barrel, and the shield can mount on the forearm or backpack.
Two-Tone White Molding: The white body uses two-tone molding colors to add shading and visual depth straight out of the box.
Included Equipment and Accessories
Beam Rifle x 1
Beam Saber x 2
Shield x 1
Hyper Bazooka x 1
Core Fighter Landing Gear Parts x 1 set
Hand Parts x 1 set (fists, weapon-holding, open-palm)
Itโs really detailed and the steps are pretty easy to understand but some of it can be hard
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Robert Moore
The Grand Daddy 2.0
Super fast shipping, came with some rad stickers in the box.
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Syed Uddin
Bandai engineering at it's greatest!
One of the best kits I've built. Enjoyable throughout with great accessories. Shipping was also fast and was delivered in perfect condition. P.S. If you get this kit make sure to scan the QR code on page 4 of the manual for an official alternate build process of the frame!
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Matthew Hibbard
The RG RX-78-2 2.0 is amazing!
It blows my mind just how crazy the engineering is on the RGs. Theyโre my new favorite over MGs. Especially the newer ones.
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