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Bandai 1/144 EG RX-78-2 Gundam built front view, holding the beam rifle in its right hand with the shield on its left arm, in moulded white, blue, red and yellow.
Bandai 1/144 EG RX-78-2 Gundam rear view showing the backpack and thruster area with the shield and beam rifle carried at its sides.
Bandai 1/144 EG RX-78-2 Gundam retail box artwork (Bandai Spirits 2020 printing) showing the suit with beam rifle and shield, the 8+ age mark and the no tools, no paint, no stickers icons.
Bandai 1/144 EG RX-78-2 Gundam action pose in a wide leg stance with the beam rifle raised overhead and the shield held low, showing the knee and hip range.
Bandai 1/144 EG RX-78-2 Gundam Touch Gate demonstration, a blue part being snapped off a runner by hand with no nippers.
Bandai 1/144 EG RX-78-2 Gundam built front view, holding the beam rifle in its right hand with the shield on its left arm, in moulded white, blue, red and yellow.
Bandai 1/144 EG RX-78-2 Gundam rear view showing the backpack and thruster area with the shield and beam rifle carried at its sides.
Bandai 1/144 EG RX-78-2 Gundam retail box artwork (Bandai Spirits 2020 printing) showing the suit with beam rifle and shield, the 8+ age mark and the no tools, no paint, no stickers icons.
Bandai 1/144 EG RX-78-2 Gundam action pose in a wide leg stance with the beam rifle raised overhead and the shield held low, showing the knee and hip range.
Bandai 1/144 EG RX-78-2 Gundam Touch Gate demonstration, a blue part being snapped off a runner by hand with no nippers.

Bandai 1/144 EG RX-78-2 Gundam (Entry Grade)

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Amuro Ray's RX-78-2 from Mobile Suit Gundam (1979) in Bandai's Entry Grade line. Touch Gate parts snap off by hand, no paint or stickers needed, and it comes with a beam rifle, shield and beam saber hilts. A ball-jointed neck, double-jointed knees and 74 parts give it a solid pose range for a first kit.
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Key features
  1. Touch Gate parts: snap off the runner by hand, then press together. No tools, glue, paint or stickers.
  2. Rifle, shield and saber hilts: the beam rifle swaps between hands and the shield mounts on either forearm or the backpack.
  3. Posable for 74 parts: ball-jointed neck, double-jointed knees, and elbows that bend to about 110 degrees.
Returns & Refunds
  1. Australian Consumer Law Compliance: Mecha Express Australia strictly adheres to the Australian Consumer Law for all transactions.
  2. Contact Process for Issues: If you encounter any issues with your purchase, you should first contact Mecha Express Australia via email at support@mechaexpressaustralia.com.au, describing the problem and providing photos and contact details.
  3. Response and Advice: Mecha Express Australia will promptly respond to your email to discuss the issue and advise on the next steps.
  4. USA Customer Policy: USA customers are not eligible for returns, refunds, or compensation for any issues including lost, stolen, or incorrectly delivered items.
  5. Return Conditions for AU and NZ: Items must be returned in their original, undamaged, and resalable packaging if requested by Mecha Express Australia.
  6. Refund and Replacement Policy: Australian and New Zealand customers may receive replacements or refunds for reasons like change of mind (before dispatch with a restocking fee), incorrect items, lost/stolen/damaged parcels during delivery, missing parts, or inability to supply an item. Mecha Express Australia will give you a Reply Paid number for you to return these items at no cost to you at your local Australia Post outlet.
  7. Non-refundable Items: Items that cannot be refunded include those that are opened, used, partly assembled, lost parts, self-damaged items, or items found with no issues.
  8. Duplication Promise: Returns are accepted if you receive a duplicate gift, provided the item is returned in resalable condition and at your own expense.
  9. Pre-Order Cancellation: While pre-order refunds are typically not offered, requests will be considered but subject to a 10% restocking and administration fee.
  10. Restocking and Administration Charge: A 10% fee applies to canceled orders or refunds to cover non-refundable third-party fees, calculated on the total value of the products and shipping costs.
Series Assembly Guide FAQ

Bandai 1/144 EG RX-78-2 Gundam (Entry Grade)

Amuro Ray's RX-78-2, built with no tools, no paint and no stickers

The RX-78-2 is the Earth Federation prototype Amuro Ray pilots in Mobile Suit Gundam (1979). The Entry Grade version is a 74-part, snap-fit kit moulded in colour, so it looks like the box straight off the runner.

It suits a first-time builder, and it is a quick, low-pressure build for anyone between bigger projects.

Build difficulty

Skill Level 1. The box carries Bandai's no tools, no paint and no stickers icons and an 8+ age mark. The parts are Touch Gate: they snap off the runner by hand and press together with no glue. Nippers are optional, though the community Gunpla wiki still recommends a pair for a cleaner cut.

Technical highlights

Colour separation is moulded in: white, blue, red and yellow, with grey for the rifle and inner frame. The head sits on a double-sided ball-jointed neck, the arms swivel on ball joints at the shoulder, the upper arms rotate, and the elbows bend to about 110 degrees. The knees are double-jointed and the ankles tilt on C-clip joints. The beam rifle can be held in either hand. The shield attaches to either forearm or the backpack, and its grip can be rearranged for the left hand. The beam saber hilts can be pulled off the backpack and held. Beam effect parts are not included.

What makes this kit special

  • Touch Gate parts: snap off the runner by hand, so there is no tool shopping before your first build.
  • No paint, no stickers: the colours are moulded in, so the finished kit matches the box art without extra work.
  • Rifle, shield and saber hilts included: the beam rifle swaps between hands and the shield mounts on a forearm or the backpack.
  • Double-jointed knees and a ball-jointed neck: a wider pose range than the 74-part count suggests.
  • Rear mounting point: mounts on Bandai Action Bases (sold separately) for flight and mid-stride poses.

What's in the box

  • RX-78-2 Gundam parts on moulded-colour runners (74 parts), including the beam saber hilts that sit on the backpack
  • Beam rifle
  • Shield
  • Instruction manual

Compatible accessories

No display base is included with the kit. For flight and mid-stride poses, pair it with the Bandai Action Base 2, the display stand made for 1/144 kits. The Bandai Action Base 1 and the compact Bandai Action Base 5 are also in stock.

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Build specifications

  • Series: Mobile Suit Gundam (1979)
  • Grade: Entry Grade (EG)
  • Scale: 1/144
  • Mobile suit: RX-78-2 Gundam
  • Pilot: Amuro Ray
  • Faction: Earth Federation
  • Timeline: Universal Century (UC 0079)
  • Manufacturer: Bandai Spirits
  • Country of manufacture: Japan
  • Retail box weight: 180 g, box 23 x 17.5 x 5.5 cm
  • Bandai SKU: 5060747
  • Barcode: 4573102607478
  • Skill Level: 1
  • Recommended age: 8 and over
  • Assembly: Snap-fit Touch Gate parts, no glue or tools required
  • Paint required: No

Perfect for

  • First-time Gunpla builders and anyone returning to the hobby after years away.
  • Gift buyers shopping for a builder aged 8 and over.
  • Builders after a fast, low-effort kit between larger projects.
  • Customisers who want a simple RX-78-2 body to practise Gundam Marker detailing on.
  • Anyone who wants the original Gundam silhouette on the shelf.

Fast Australian shipping

Dispatched same day from Brisbane if ordered before 2pm AEST on weekdays. Free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $199. Packed securely in a sturdy outer box with water-soluble cornstarch void fill that dissolves cleanly in the sink. Genuine Australian stock in hand, not ordered through an overseas proxy.

What to watch for

Drawing on r/Gunpla threads and the community Gunpla wiki:

  • Hip and leg joints: several r/Gunpla builders report a snapped hip joint or a wobbly leg, and the Gunpla wiki flags the thin hip joint axis on the ball joint as the weak point. Pose the upper legs gently.
  • Limbs can loosen over time: the C-clip elbows and knees can go slack with heavy posing. Builders tighten them with thin layers of super glue or a joint-strengthening liquid.
  • Snap off with care: the plastic is meant to come off the runner by hand, and one r/Gunpla builder found it more brittle than expected. Nippers give a cleaner cut.
  • One-piece hands: they grip tightly, and the Gunpla wiki notes they will not hold accessories with non-open 3mm handles. Painting the weapons also needs thin coats, because the tight grip can scratch paint.

Build notes

No glue, paint or tools are required according to the box. Gundam Markers can add detail, and a topcoat protects anything you paint. Recommended age: 8 and over.

Last updated: 14 October 2026 (AEST)

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Assembly Guide

SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED
Skill Level.1. Most adults & children can assemble Skill Level 1 kits with little to no difficulty. Very basic hobby tools are recommended including a pair of nippers, a hobby knife, but are not essential. No Glue is needed for these kits. Kits are all snap together build and most parts can be removed by twisting and pushing without the need to snip with nippers.
No Cement Required

Gunpla (plastic model kits) are a snap together assembly and do not need plastic cement to complete. We always recommend having some plastic cement handy as a part of your modeler's tool kit. If you prefer to fix your model in a particular pose then plastic cement will work. Plastic cement is also perfect to use if a joint is loose. Apply plastic cement in a single thin layer and allow it to dry completely before test fitting. Re-apply more cement if necessary.

No Painting Required

Gunpla (plastic model kits) are designed to be built and displayed without the need for painting. Kits are molded in different colours replicating the colours of the actual mecha from the Mecha series. A technique called colour separation, where multiple parts of the model are molded in different colours on the same sprue is also used. Mecha kits often include stickers or water-slide decals that can be applied to the model to enhance its appearance. Some Gunpla kits come with pre-painted parts or parts with pre-applied details, such as metallic or translucent finishes.

Many modelers still choose to paint their kits to customize and add further detail. Painting allows for more creativity and personalization, enabling modelers to achieve unique effects, weathering, and colour schemes that may not be available out of the box. However, the kits are designed to be enjoyable and visually appealing even without painting, making them accessible to a wide range of hobbyists.

Frequently Asked Questions

I've never tried Gunpla before. Is the Entry Grade (EG) line suitable for beginners like me?

Absolutely! The EG line is Bandai's tailored gift for newcomers. These kits are meticulously designed for simplicity, allowing you to dive into the world of Gunpla without any intimidation. And the best part? No need for nippers or hobby knives – just twist, snap and build!

While I appreciate simplicity, I don't want a static model. Do EG kits offer any poseability?

You're in for a treat! Despite their beginner-friendly nature, EG kits don't skimp on poseability. These models are surprisingly articulate, with a good range of motion in various joints. They're simplicity, yes, but without compromising on the fun!

I've heard about these kits being pretty affordable. How do they manage that without losing quality?

Bandai's magic, if you ask me! While priced attractively – often under $25.00 – Bandai ensures that each EG kit maintains its trademark quality. They've streamlined the design and production but retained the essence of what makes Gunpla amazing.

Do these kits come in a range of designs, or is it just basic models?

While the original EG line started with just four models, Bandai's 2020 reboot welcomed an array of franchises, from Dragon Ball to My Hero Academia. So, there's a delightful assortment for every enthusiast to choose from. Dive in and pick your favourite!

With the no-nipper feature, are these kits particularly kid-friendly?

Spot on! Bandai's redesigned gate system means younger builders can easily snap off parts without the need for tools. It's a safer, less fiddly experience, ensuring even the little ones can join in on the Gunpla adventure without a hitch.

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