{"product_id":"sheik-mainland-3min-project-a-1-18-fenrir-a6-assault-type","title":"Sheik Mainland 3MIN Project-A 1\/18 Fenrir A6 Assault Type","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sheik Mainland 3MIN Project-A Fenrir A6 Assault Type is a 1\/18 scale mecha model kit and the heavy-assault tactical variant of the original Fenrir A2 Standard Type. Roughly half the runners are entirely new molds, covering a redesigned head, chest armor, shoulder armor, shin armor, tactical comms backpack, skirt armor, and a significantly expanded weapon and hand type loadout. Each box includes two complete Fenrir A6 kits, and the model supports three official configurations - CQC (Battle Armor), LA (Light Assault), and FA (Full Armor) - plus an undocumented transformation into a mechanical locust form using the existing joints and armor structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree Official Configurations\u003c\/strong\u003e - CQC Battle Armor for maximum protection, LA Light Assault for mobility-focused loadouts, and FA Full Armor for the heaviest weapon and armor coverage. Standard Type shoulder and knee armor parts are included for additional light-configuration options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Pairs of Hand Types\u003c\/strong\u003e - Five pairs feature wrist lateral articulation for natural weapon-holding angles. Includes fist (with movable thumb), pointing\/finger-gun (with movable thumb), open palm (with four-finger inward bend), angled-grip pairs in both square and round hole variants for different weapon handles, and one bonus pair of POK wrist reinforcement joints for long-term durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpanded Heavy Weapon Loadout\u003c\/strong\u003e - Rocket launcher with detachable warhead and rotatable grip\/scope, assault rifle, micro submachine gun, tactical machete, dagger, grenade, and arm shield. All weapons are cross-compatible with the Standard Type Fenrir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTactical Comms Backpack\u003c\/strong\u003e - Rear-mounted radio module that detaches as a standalone display prop. The antenna is made from flexible soft rubber to resist white stress marks and breakage during handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Joint Tuning\u003c\/strong\u003e - Upper waist tightened, lower waist loosened, and hip ball joints recalibrated compared to the Standard Type. Joint damping is more consistent across the entire body, and the knee joint no longer risks stress marks from over-tight assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear-Mounted Skirt Armor\u003c\/strong\u003e - Both halves pivot from the rear on ball joints, allowing them to swing clear for forward kicks, side kicks, and deep crouching poses. Front skirt is a separate piece that flips upward independently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Complete Kits Per Box\u003c\/strong\u003e - Standard packaging includes two full Fenrir A6 units with all accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilder Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fenrir A6 Assault Type assembles in approximately 10-15 minutes per unit using optimized single-gate runner design with no tools, adhesives, or painting required. Build time is longer than the Standard Type due to the additional armor and weapon parts but remains beginner-friendly. The instruction manual has known diagram errors at step 5 (hip joint orientation shown inverted) and mislabeled part numbers on the arm assembly - builders should match parts by shape rather than relying solely on the printed part numbers. The 3mm port system is fully compatible with Bandai 30MM, Kotobukiya MSG, and other Sheik Mainland 3MIN series accessories including the Xenostrike, Xentinel, and Worker Bee lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Build This Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sheik Mainland Fenrir A6 Assault Type is the recommended starting point for the 3MIN Project-A series if choosing between the A6 and the Standard Type, because it delivers significantly more accessories, improved joint tuning, and greater configuration variety at the same price tier. Chinese reviewer consensus from multiple July 2026 build videos confirms that the A6's wrist lateral articulation - present on five of the eight hand pairs - resolves the most common complaint about 1\/18 scale kits: unnatural weapon-holding angles, particularly with longer rifles. At approximately 11 cm tall, the Fenrir A6 packs articulation density comparable to Bandai's RG line into a kit that costs under $15 per unit (two per box), making it one of the highest value-to-articulation ratios currently available from any manufacturer at any scale. The A6 does not replace the A2 Standard Type - the two designs are visually distinct enough to display well together, and the A6 includes the Standard Type's original shoulder and knee armor as alternate parts. Builders should note that the A6 does not include the small display stand that comes with the Standard Type, and the thicker shin armor slightly reduces maximum knee bend compared to the A2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBox Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x Fenrir A6 Assault Type runner sets (approximately half new-mold runners)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew-mold head, chest armor, shoulder armor, shin armor, and knee armor parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Type shoulder armor and knee armor parts (for light configuration)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTactical comms backpack with detachable radio module and soft rubber antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear-mounted skirt armor with ball-joint pivot assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocket launcher (detachable warhead, rotatable grip and scope)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssault rifle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicro submachine gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTactical machete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDagger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrenade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArm shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 pairs of hand types (5 with wrist lateral articulation, 1 POK reinforcement pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoulder-mounted weapon hardpoint adapters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall-joint to straight-peg connector adapters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAngled connector adapters (for offset shield mounting)\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\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3MIN Project-A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/18\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 11 cm (head height)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePS, POK (composite joints and bonus wrist joints), soft rubber (backpack antenna)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKit Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 per box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssembly Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 10-15 minutes per unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSnap-fit, no tools or adhesives required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfigurations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCQC (Battle Armor), LA (Light Assault), FA (Full Armor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand Types\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 pairs (5 with wrist lateral articulation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3mm universal hardpoints (30MM, MSG, Sheik Mainland 3MIN series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisplay Stand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJuly 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheik Mainland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"background-color: #fde2e2; padding: 16px; border-radius: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreorder Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis item is currently on preorder and will be shipped once available. Please be aware that cancelling a preorder will incur a \u003cstrong\u003e25% restocking fee\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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