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Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, standard edition, three-quarter angled view on its display stand with the small Cosmo Tiger II fighters visible on the base plate, steel blue-grey hull with a maroon underside.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, standard edition, rear-to-front angled view isolated on white showing the twin rear thruster fins, steel blue-grey hull with a maroon underside.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 (Final Battle Ver.) official box artwork, the ship in flight against a starfield backdrop with its main cannon glowing orange, Bandai logo and 1/1000 scale text printed on the box.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, standard edition, close three-quarter bow view isolated on white showing hull panel detail, steel blue-grey upper hull with a maroon underside.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, standard edition, straight-on front view isolated on white showing the bow cannon aperture and radar tower, steel blue-grey hull with a maroon underside.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, standard edition, straight-on rear view isolated on white showing the main engine outlet and twin thruster nozzles, steel blue-grey hull with a maroon underside.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, standard edition, overhead top-down view isolated on white showing deck gun turrets and hull panel lines, steel blue-grey colouring throughout.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, standard edition, mounted on the included display stand and base, angled three-quarter view, steel blue-grey hull with a maroon underside.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, Final Battle configuration with extra armour plating, three-quarter rear-above view on its display stand, dark gunmetal hull with the main engine lit orange.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, Final Battle configuration with extra armour plating, front bow view isolated on white with the wave motion gun charging effect lit blue-white, dark gunmetal hull.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, Final Battle configuration, close-up detail of the bridge tower and radar array with blue light-up accents, dark gunmetal hull with deck gun turrets in the foreground.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, standard edition, three-quarter angled view on its display stand with the small Cosmo Tiger II fighters visible on the base plate, steel blue-grey hull with a maroon underside.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, standard edition, rear-to-front angled view isolated on white showing the twin rear thruster fins, steel blue-grey hull with a maroon underside.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 (Final Battle Ver.) official box artwork, the ship in flight against a starfield backdrop with its main cannon glowing orange, Bandai logo and 1/1000 scale text printed on the box.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, standard edition, close three-quarter bow view isolated on white showing hull panel detail, steel blue-grey upper hull with a maroon underside.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, standard edition, straight-on front view isolated on white showing the bow cannon aperture and radar tower, steel blue-grey hull with a maroon underside.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, standard edition, straight-on rear view isolated on white showing the main engine outlet and twin thruster nozzles, steel blue-grey hull with a maroon underside.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, standard edition, overhead top-down view isolated on white showing deck gun turrets and hull panel lines, steel blue-grey colouring throughout.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, standard edition, mounted on the included display stand and base, angled three-quarter view, steel blue-grey hull with a maroon underside.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, Final Battle configuration with extra armour plating, three-quarter rear-above view on its display stand, dark gunmetal hull with the main engine lit orange.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, Final Battle configuration with extra armour plating, front bow view isolated on white with the wave motion gun charging effect lit blue-white, dark gunmetal hull.
Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 built model, Final Battle configuration, close-up detail of the bridge tower and radar array with blue light-up accents, dark gunmetal hull with deck gun turrets in the foreground.

Bandai 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 (Final Battle Ver)

$93.99 AUD
The Yamato in its final battle configuration from Space Battleship Yamato 2202: Warriors of Love, in 1/1000 scale with new tooling for the main turret, deck and cannons. Builders can choose the armoured final-battle look or the standard edition from the same parts, with four Cosmo Tiger II fighters and a display base included. LED-compatible for the bridge, wave cannon and engine (LEDs sold separately).
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Key features
  • Two Configurations, One Kit: Build the armoured Final Battle look or the standard edition Yamato from the same parts set.
  • New Tooling Detail: Newly moulded main turret, deck and cannons over earlier Yamato kits in the range.
  • Fleet in a Box: Four Cosmo Tiger II fighters and a display base are included alongside the Yamato herself.
Returns & Refunds
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  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 1/1000 Space Battleship Yamato 2202 (Final Battle Ver)

The Yamato's last stand, in 1/1000 scale with a choice of two builds

This is the flagship battleship Yamato as she appears for her final battle in Space Battleship Yamato 2202: Warriors of Love, reworked in 1/1000 scale with newly tooled parts for the main turret, deck and cannons. The same parts set lets you build either the armoured Final Battle configuration or the standard edition Yamato, so you get to choose which era of the ship goes on your shelf.

Build difficulty

This is a Skill Level 2 build: basic modelling skills, no cement needed for the main assembly, and a genuine test of patience on the water slide decals for the smaller turrets and the four included Cosmo Tiger II fighters. It's not a beginner's first kit given the part count and the fiddly small-scale detailing, but it's manageable once you've built a Gunpla or two.

Technical highlights

The kit includes new moulds for the main turret, deck and improved cannons over earlier Yamato releases in the range, and the bridge, wave cannon and engine sections are built to support optional LED illumination (LEDs sold separately). Four Cosmo Tiger II fighters (two standard and two three-seat variants) and a display base are included, along with foil stickers, water slide decals and mounting hardware.

What makes this kit special

  • Two Configurations, One Kit: build the armoured Final Battle look or the standard edition Yamato from the same parts set.
  • New Tooling Detail: newly moulded main turret, deck and cannons over earlier Yamato kits in the range.
  • Fleet in a Box: four Cosmo Tiger II fighters and a display base are included alongside the Yamato herself.
  • LED-Ready: the bridge, wave cannon and engine sections support optional LED illumination (sold separately).

What's in the box

  • Yamato hull and superstructure (buildable as Final Battle or standard edition)
  • Cosmo Tiger II fighters ×2
  • Cosmo Tiger II three-seat variant ×2
  • Display base ×1
  • Mounting hardware (screw and nut)
  • Foil stickers
  • Water slide decals
  • Instruction manual

Compatible accessories

This is a 1/1000 scale ship kit with its own display base included. It is compatible with separately sold Bandai LED units for the bridge, wave cannon and engine sections if you want the Final Battle configuration lit up, though Mecha Express does not currently carry that LED unit in stock.

Build specifications

  • Series: Space Battleship Yamato 2202: Warriors of Love
  • Scale: 1/1000
  • Subject: Battleship Yamato (Final Battle configuration or standard edition)
  • Manufacturer: Bandai Spirits
  • Kit packaged weight: 940 g in a 39 x 31 x 10.7 cm retail box
  • Barcode: 4573102567635
  • SKU: 5506763
  • Skill Level: 2 (Intermediate)
  • Assembly: Snap-fit, no glue required for the main build
  • Release origin: Bandai Japan, released 20 March 2019

Perfect for

Space Battleship Yamato fans who want the final-battle version of the flagship. Builders who like the idea of two configurations from one box. Collectors who want a display centrepiece with LED-ready sections for a future lighting upgrade. Anyone who enjoys water slide decal work on small-scale detail, the fighters and turrets reward the patience. Model builders looking for something outside the usual Gundam mobile suit 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.

What to watch for

Genuine build reviews for this specific kit are thin on the ground. A general web search plus a targeted forum, IPMS and Reddit sweep across eight query variants turned up mostly retailer spec pages rather than builder accounts, since static ship kits like this get far less review coverage than mainstream Gunpla. One unverified snippet described the small turrets and fighters as fiddly to detail-paint, but the source page couldn't be reached directly to confirm it, so it's noted here as unconfirmed rather than a settled point. If you've built one of these, the water slide decals on the fighters and the smaller deck turrets are the parts most likely to test your patience, based on the kit's own part breakdown.

Build notes

No glue needed for the main assembly. A basic tool set (nippers, hobby knife, tweezers) covers the build, plus a small dish of water for the water slide decals. Optional LED units are sold separately and are not required for a complete build. Recommended 15 and up.

Last updated: 13 August 2026 (AEST)

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Assembly Guide

SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED
Skill Level.2 Basic modeling skills are required. Parental supervision may be required for younger children. These kits are generally suitable for beginner builders. A basic set of modeling tools are required including nippers, hobby knife, sanding sticks/paper, file, and tweezers. No glue is needed for the general assembly. Parts will need to be removed by using a pair of nippers and cutting the part away from the runner. Parts may require clean-up where they were removed from the runner.
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

Can I build the standard Yamato instead of the Final Battle version?

Yes. The kit gives you the parts to build either the armoured Final Battle configuration or the standard edition Yamato, so you can pick whichever look you want from the same box.

Does it light up?

Not out of the box. The bridge, wave cannon and engine sections are built to support optional LED units, which are sold separately.

What's included besides the Yamato itself?

You get four Cosmo Tiger II fighters (two standard and two three-seat variants), a display base, foil stickers, water slide decals and the hardware to mount everything.

How much building experience do I need for this one?

It's rated a Skill Level 2 build, basic modelling skills and a steady hand with the water slide decals on the smaller fighters and turrets. Not a beginner's first kit, but manageable once you've built a Gunpla or two.

Is this a mobile suit kit like the Gundam range?

No, this is a 1/1000 scale static ship kit of the battleship Yamato from the Space Battleship Yamato franchise, a separate line to the Gundam mobile suit kits Mecha Express also stocks.

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