The RX-178 Gundam MK-II is the second Mobile Suit in the lineage that started with the creation of the RX-78-2 Gundam during the One Year War and continued until UC 0088 with the introduction of the ORX-013 Gundam Mk-V. The RX-178 Gundam MK-II featured significant improvements to the previous design, streamlining the Mobile Suit for use within the Colonies. These improvements included a new “Movable Frame” concept, which increased maneuverability and power consumption. The MK-II also features less durable titanium alloy ceramic composite armor, further reducing the weight of the Mobile Suit. The Titans simplified the Gundam MK-II’s design in preparation for mass production, such as removing the onboard Vulcan Cannons. The Gundam MK-II proved valuable during its early deployment but quickly became outmatched by the advanced transformable Mobile Suits that characterized the Grypps War.
Included alongside the MG Gundam MK-II AEUG for accessories:
- Beam Rifle
- Hyper Bazooka
- Hyper Bazooka Ammo
- Shield
- Vulcan Pod
- Spare E-Pack x2
- Beam Saber x2
- Hangar Display Base
- 1/100 AEUG Pilot Figure
- 1/100 Flight Crew Figure x2
Articulation –
The MG Gundam MK-II AEUG is a vast improvement of the original Master Grade version released in 1998, featuring a complete inner frame loaded with surface detail! The MG Gundam MK-II AEUG features double-jointed limbs and swiveling thighs, providing a wide range of motion to create dynamic poses! The MG Gundam MK-II includes multiple moving pistons and other mechanical details that deliver an excellent sense of scale.
Weapons and Other Notable Attributes –
The Gundam MK-II includes a new variation of the traditional Gundam loadout of Beam Rifle, Hyper Bazooka, Shield, and Beam Sabers. The Beam Rifle and Hyper Bazooka feature removable cartridges for some awesome reloading action! The MG Gundam MK-II includes two E-packs inside the Shield and a spare bazooka cartridge that slots into the side skirt armor. You can attach all of the Gundam MK-II’s weapons to the Mobile Suit when not equipped, including the Beam Rifle! The included Vulcan Pods slot right onto the head for some added firepower but may reduce the head’s range of motion.
This kit includes:
17 Runners total (A, B, C[x2], D, E, F, G, H, I, J1[x2], J2, K, L, SB1, PC130)
Total Piece Count – 309 with 15 Unused Parts
Foil + Marking Stickers and Dry Transfer Decals
Materials – PS, ABS, PE
Japanese Instructions
Additional Fun information
Pilot(s): Kamille Bidan, Emma Sheen, Char Aznable (aka Quattro Bajeena), Katz Kobayashi, Jerid Messa, Kacricon Cacooler, Franklin Bidan, Elle Vianno, Mondo Agake, Chara Soon, Beecha Oleg, Elpeo Ple, Jack Bayard
Unit Type: Prototype General-Purpose Mobile Suit
Model number: RX-178
Code name: Gundam MK-II
Overall Height: 18.5m(60.7ft)
Manufacturer: Earth Federation Forces/Titans
Scale: 1/100
Grade: Master Grade
Completed Model Height:
Original Release Date: Oct 2005
Gundam Series: Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam
Mechanical Designer: Kunio Okawara, Mamoru Nagano, Kazumi Fujita
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