Mask's black Beam Ring fighter from Reconguista in G
The Bandai 1/144 HG Kabakali is the VGMM-Git01 Kabakali, the machine Mask pilots in the closing battles of Gundam Reconguista in G. It was built by Venus Globe's G-IT Laboratory, and in the final fight it goes head to head with the G-Self, throwing its spinning Beam Rings and flying on its huge shoulder shields.
This is HG Reconguista in G kit number 16, first released by Bandai in July 2015. It suits G-Reco fans who want the series' last big rival on the shelf, and anyone after a dark, villain-looking HG that stands out next to all the white and blue.
Build difficulty
The HG Kabakali is a snap-fit High Grade with 11 runners and no glue needed. Bandai rates it for ages 8 and over. Builders describe the assembly as simple and straightforward, and most of the colour comes from the plastic itself, so there are only a few stickers to apply, mostly around the head. The part that takes a bit of patience is setting up the Beam Ring display, covered in What to watch for below.
Technical highlights
The kit is moulded in black, dark grey, red and dark purple, with clear red parts for the Beam Ring blades and clear parts for the chest and shoulder details. The red undersides of the shoulder shields and the small red details on the armour are separate parts, not stickers. No paint is needed to finish it. The shoulder shields open out flat to recreate Minovsky Flight, and builders report they move a long way and hold their position. The Beam Rings store in the containers on the back, and two lead wires connect a ring to the palm for the classic thrown-ring pose.
What makes this kit special
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Beam Rings with clear blades: the chakram-style rings come out of the back containers and can be posed mid-throw.
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Lead wires and ring stands: two lead wires link a ring to the hand, and dedicated stands hold the rings up for display.
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Minovsky Flight shoulders: the big shoulder shields open out horizontally for the flying pose from the show.
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Strong colour separation: the red and grey details are moulded as separate parts, so it looks right with very few stickers.
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Beam shotgun with spare magazine: the spare magazine clips onto the waist, and there's a dedicated right hand for holding the shotgun.
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Swappable leg armour: fit the large knee shields for the heavy re-entry look, or leave them off for a slimmer stance.
What's in the box
- 11 plastic runners
- 2 lead wires
- 1 foil sticker sheet
- Instruction manual
- Beam shotgun with spare magazine
- Right hand for holding the beam shotgun
- Beam Rings with clear blade parts, stored in the back containers
- Beam Ring display stands
- Leg shield armour (swap parts)
Compatible accessories
No display base is included for the Kabakali itself (the included stands are for the Beam Rings). For flying poses with the shoulder shields spread, pair the Bandai 1/144 HG Kabakali with the Bandai Action Base 2 - Display Stand for 1/144 Scale Gunpla, the standard 1/144 display stand. Bandai's own promotional photos show the Kabakali on an Action Base, sold separately.
Build your Reconguista in G collection
The Kabakali's natural shelf partner is the G-Self, the Gundam it fights in the final battle of Reconguista in G. Put the two side by side and the black and red Kabakali makes a great contrast with the G-Self's bright colours.
Build specifications
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Series: Gundam Reconguista in G
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Grade: High Grade (HG Reconguista in G), kit number 016
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Scale: 1/144
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Mobile suit: VGMM-Git01 Kabakali
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Pilot: Mask (Luin Lee)
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Faction: Capital Army
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Manufacturer: Bandai
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First released: July 2015
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Retail box weight: 350 g, retail box approx. 29.8 x 18.8 x 7.8 cm
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Barcode: 4573102674784
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Skill level: 2 (Bandai age rating 8+)
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Assembly method: snap-fit, no glue
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Paint required: No
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Special features: Beam Rings with lead wires and ring stands, Minovsky Flight shoulder shields
Perfect for
- Gundam Reconguista in G fans who want Mask's final machine for their collection.
- Builders who like a villain suit with a strong silhouette and a black and red colour scheme.
- Newer builders, with Bandai's 8+ rating, no glue and very few stickers.
- Diorama builders who want a thrown-weapon pose with wires and effect stands.
- Builders who enjoy small detail painting, since the clear chest and shoulder parts are a great base for a glowing finish.
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.
The Bandai 1/144 HG Kabakali comes with its Beam Rings, lead wires, ring stands, beam shotgun and swappable leg shields.
What to watch for
Drawing on builder reviews and community threads (YouTube build reviews, Japanese hobby blogs and retailer customer reviews):
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Beam Ring display takes some fiddling: several builders found the Beam Ring stands short and light, so the lead wire can pull them over, and the wire can pop out of the hand or ring. Taking your time with the wire length helps.
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No hand-mounted beam sabers: the beam blades the Kabakali uses from its forearms in the show are not included in the kit, a point a few builders mentioned.
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Some visible seams: a couple of builders pointed out seam lines on the arms, thighs and feet. They are not prominent on a straight build, but worth knowing if you plan to paint.
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Leg movement: one reviewer found the knees stop at about 90 degrees and the feet do not sit flat in wide stances, while others were happy with the overall range for a G-Reco kit.
Builder tips: use sharp nippers and trim nubs with a hobby knife, since one builder found white stress marks show up easily on the black plastic. A grey or silver panel line marker works better than black on this colour scheme. An Action Base makes the flying and Beam Ring poses much easier to hold.
Build notes
No glue needed. A pair of nippers, a hobby knife for cleaning up nub marks and a pair of tweezers for the small head stickers are all you need. Painting is optional, since the kit is moulded in colour. Bandai rates it for ages 8 and over.
Last updated: 21 October 2026 (AEST)