Bandai 1/100 MG Neo Zeon MSN-04 Sazabi Ver.Ka

Bandai 1/100 MG Neo Zeon MSN-04 Sazabi Ver. Ka

The MG 1/100 MSN-04 Sazabi Ver. Ka is one of the most celebrated Master Grade releases in the entire Gunpla line. This is Char Aznable's final mobile suit from Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack, brought into your collection through Hajime Katoki's precise Ver. Ka treatment. The silver metallic inner frame is visible straight from the box without any painting, and the deep crimson armour panels sit over it with excellent colour separation throughout.

The MG Sazabi Ver. Ka is widely regarded as a benchmark Master Grade kit, combining a complex inner frame with one of the most distinctive silhouettes in the Universal Century.

The build is substantial. At 3kg boxed, this is a large kit with a high part count, and the inner frame construction alone is a rewarding experience before the armour goes on. The six detachable funnels store in the backpack and can be posed in deployed formation. The mono-eye is compatible with a separately sold green LED unit for an illuminated display finish.

What Makes This Kit Special

• Silver Metallic Inner Frame: Pre-coloured metallic frame visible through armour gaps, no paint required for the frame detail
• Emotion Manipulator SP Hands: Articulated finger parts for expressive, natural-looking poses
• Six Detachable Funnels: Store in the backpack or deploy in formation for dynamic display options
• Four-Way Opening Apogee Motor Cover: Accurate recreation of the Sazabi's distinctive thruster detail
• Ver. Ka Panel Line Precision: Hajime Katoki's sharp proportions and detailed surface work throughout
• Mono-Eye Compatibility: Designed to accept a separately sold green LED unit for an illuminated mono-eye
• Waterslide Decals Included: Ver. Ka-style markings for a clean, panel-marked finish
• Excellent Colour Separation: Deep crimson armour achieved through part separation, minimal painting required

What's In The Box

• Beam Shot Rifle
• Long Rifle
• Beam Axe
• Shield
• Funnels x6
• Beam Saber x2
• Hand parts (Emotion Manipulator SP articulated fingers + standard grip hands)
• Waterslide decals
• Stickers

Compatible Accessories

This kit is 1/100 MG scale. Recommended display stands:

• Bandai Action Base 1 - Universal Gunpla Display Stand
• Bandai Action Base 4 - Display Stand for 1/100 Scale Gunpla

For an illuminated mono-eye display:

• Bandai Green x2 LED Unit

Optional aftermarket decals:

• Delpi 1/100 MG Sazabi Original Colour Water Slide Decal

Build Your Char's Counterattack Collection

• Bandai 1/100 MG RX-93 Nu Gundam Ver. Ka

Build Specifications

Perfect For

• Intermediate-to-advanced builders looking for a substantial, rewarding build
• Universal Century collectors who want the definitive Sazabi in their lineup
• Ver. Ka collectors who appreciate Katoki's design precision and panel line work
• Char Aznable fans completing the Char's Counterattack pairing alongside the Nu Gundam Ver. Ka
• Builders who want a large, commanding display centrepiece with genuine shelf presence
• Collectors interested in LED customisation through the mono-eye compatibility

Builder Notes

The MG Sazabi Ver.Ka is Bandai's definitive take on Char's final mobile suit and the engineering shows — over 480 parts, standing taller than the MG The O, with a full inner frame and transformation gimmick. It is not a beginner kit. That said, most of the build is straightforward. The issues that exist are concentrated, and all of them are manageable with the right preparation.

Head Panel Fit (Most Common Fit Issue): The head is engineered to open for monoeye rotation, which requires it to split in a specific way. On many kits the head panels do not close flush after assembly, leaving a visible gap. The cause is minor mould variance at the inner contact points. Before closing the head permanently, dry-fit it and identify which contact surfaces are causing the interference. Light sanding with a fine sanding stick on the mating edges resolves it cleanly. Do this before attaching any detail parts to the head assembly.

Funnel Assembly: Each of the six funnels is made up of around nine parts and the internal mechanism moves between deployed and stowed modes. The flaps do not positively lock when retracted, which makes the funnels feel loose in the closed position. This is by design, not a defect, but it is disorienting mid-build. Read the manual carefully before attempting the funnels and build one first as a test piece before committing to all six. Once you understand the mechanism the rest go together much faster.

Knee Guard Hidden Slots: The knee armour pieces attach into recessed slots that are not obvious from the manual, and the slots are only accessible after surrounding parts are already in place. Several builders report assembly confusion here. Study the knee section of the manual closely before building the leg armour and identify the slot positions on the inner frame before you snap anything closed around them.

Hip Polycap Sag (Most Common Long-Term Issue): The Sazabi is a heavy kit. The torso, backpack, and shoulders carry significant mass that loads directly onto the hip ball-joint polycaps. Over months of display, these joints soften and the torso begins to list. The fix is preventative: during assembly, apply a thin layer of plastic cement to each hip ball-joint peg and allow it to set completely before attaching the upper body. Nail polish works as an alternative using the same method. A second layer can be applied if needed. This is the single most important step for long-term display stability.

Waist Skirts Popping Off: The large side and rear skirt armour pieces connect via ball joints that can pop free during posing. This is a deliberate engineering choice to allow leg clearance. If a skirt is ejecting regularly during display repositioning, apply a thin layer of plastic cement to the ball peg, allow to fully set, and reattach.

Waterslide Decals: The kit includes a full Ver.Ka waterslide decal sheet plus a small number of stickers for red colour accent details. The waterslides are extensive, as is Katoki standard. Apply them over a gloss coat, use Mr. Mark Softer to settle them into panel lines and curved surfaces, then seal with Mr. Hobby Mr. Super Clear once dry. Do not apply Mr. Mark Softer directly to the red plastic — test first on an inconspicuous area as it can affect some red pigments.

Nub Marks: Bandai used small, well-placed gates on most of the kit, but several areas — particularly on the larger red armour panels — have prominent gate connections that leave visible marks. Plan extra cleanup time for the outer leg armour, backpack, and shoulder pieces. A sharp hobby knife and fine sanding stick are the right tools here.

Forearm Thruster Flaps: The forearm side panels deploy to reveal thrusters in combat mode. They require two distinct clicks to fully extend. Most builders stop at the first click and wonder why the thrusters are still hidden. Push through to the second click.

Stability Rating: 8/10. The wide, flat feet handle the kit's weight well in a standing pose. The hip polycap joints are the only credible long-term stability concern, and they are easily addressed during the build. An Action Base connection point exists below the backpack, but the arm of any stand will sit directly against the rear skirt armour, which is awkward. For standard display, no base is required once the hip joints are treated.

The Fixes: Sand the head panel contact surfaces for flush closure before assembly. Treat both hip ball-joint pegs with plastic cement during the build to prevent long-term torso sag. Build one funnel as a test piece before committing to all six. Identify the knee guard hidden slots on the inner frame before closing the surrounding armour. Apply waterslide decals over gloss, use Mr. Mark Softer for curved surfaces, and seal with Mr. Super Clear.

Fast Australian Shipping

Same Day Dispatch: Orders placed before 2pm weekdays ship same day. Orders after 2pm or on weekends ship next business day.

Australian Stock: In stock and ready to ship Australia-wide from Mecha Express. The MG 1/100 MSN-04 Sazabi Ver. Ka features a silver metallic inner frame, six deployable funnels, and Hajime Katoki's signature Ver. Ka design.

No glue required. Snap-fit assembly throughout. Waterslide decals included. Green LED unit and Action Base sold separately. Aftermarket decals sold separately.

Last updated: 12 May 2026 (AEST)