Bandai 1/144 RG God Gundam
The GF13-017NJII God Gundam, known internationally as Burning Gundam, is Domon Kasshu's mobile fighter from Mobile Fighter G Gundam — the Future Century's hand-to-hand combat Gundam designed around the Mobile Trace System and Hyper Mode. The Real Grade release pushes the RG line into Mobile Fighter G Gundam for the first time, and the engineering reflects that: this is the most articulated kit in the entire RG range, designed to recreate the show's signature martial arts poses including the iconic folded-arms stance and the Erupting Burning Finger.
If you collect Real Grade kits, the God Gundam is the standout articulation showcase of the line, regardless of whether you're a G Gundam fan.
This kit is designed for advanced builders and uses snap-fit assembly with the Advanced MS Joint pre-built inner frame.
Bandai built the God Gundam RG around human-body articulation principles. The shoulders and wrists use Advanced MS Joints with a pull-out shoulder mechanism, allowing the folded-arms stance the previous RGs couldn't match. The neck has three-axis articulation so the head can tuck in and stick out. The hip joint has a slide mechanism that opens the leg range nearly horizontal. A movable shaft on the thumb and nail covers recreates the God Finger gesture exactly. The kit includes both God Slash long sabers and the PET sheet for the Sun Wheel effect, plus realistic decals.
What Makes This Kit Special
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Most Articulated RG in the Line: Human-body articulation principles applied across the kit
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God Finger Pose: Movable shaft in the nail and thumb base recreates the show's signature gesture
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Folded-Arms Stance: Advanced MS Joint shoulders and wrists support the iconic Domon pose
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Two God Slash Sabers: Long beam sabers included for active martial arts posing
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Sun Wheel Effect: PET sheet included for the Sun Wheel attack effect connection
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Multi-Stage Spine Articulation: Chest-to-waist articulation lets the kit twist mid-pose
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Realistic Decals: Full decal sheet for the kit's complex marking detail
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Hyper Mode Lineage: The Future Century's defining mobile fighter at Real Grade
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Action Base Compatible: Standard 3mm peg for active flight poses
What's In The Box
- God Gundam plastic runners (white, red, blue, gold, clear)
- Pre-built Advanced MS Joint inner frame
- God Slash sabers x2
- Sun Wheel effect connection joint
- PET sheet for Sun Wheel effect
- Hand parts including the God Finger movable hand
- Realistic decal sheet
- Foil sticker sheet
- Instruction manual
Compatible Accessories
The RG God Gundam is a 1/144 Real Grade kit. Recommended 1/144 display stands:
Build Specifications
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Series: Mobile Fighter G Gundam
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Grade: Real Grade (RG)
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Scale: 1/144
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Mobile Suit: GF13-017NJII God Gundam (Burning Gundam)
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Pilot: Domon Kasshu
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Faction: Neo Japan
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Timeline: Future Century (F.C. 60)
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Manufacturer: Bandai Spirits
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Barcode: 4573102633583
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Skill Level: Advanced
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Assembly: Snap-fit, no glue required
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Paint Required: Optional
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Special Features: God Finger movable hand, three-axis neck, pull-out shoulders, hip slide mechanism
Perfect For
- Real Grade collectors who want the most articulated kit in the entire RG line
- Mobile Fighter G Gundam fans building out the Future Century lineup
- Advanced builders who want to recreate the show's signature martial arts poses
- Display-focused collectors drawn to dynamic action posing
- Anyone who appreciates the engineering challenge of human-body articulation in 1/144 scale
- Builders who want to attempt the God Finger or Erupting Burning Finger display
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 RG 1/144 God Gundam is Domon Kasshu's mobile fighter with God Slash sabers, Sun Wheel effect parts, and the movable God Finger hand included.
What to Watch For
The God Gundam's articulation is its strength and its weakness. The Advanced MS Joint frame is more delicate than other RGs because more of the body has been articulated — work joints gently and avoid forcing poses. The God Finger hand mechanism is small and the movable thumb pin can pop out; handle the hand carefully during display. The PET sheet for the Sun Wheel effect is large and unwieldy; consider whether you actually want to display the kit with the effect connected, or pose without it.
Builder Tips: The kit's articulation pays off with planning. Spend time exploring the joint range on the bare frame before adding armour panels so you understand what each pose needs. Realistic decals lift the kit massively — don't skip them. A satin topcoat over the finished build ties the decal, foil, and bare plastic finish together.
Build Notes
Snap-fit assembly. No glue required. Sharp nippers and a hobby knife are essential. Realistic decal application tools strongly recommended. Expect a 6-10 hour build. Action Base sold separately. Recommended age 15+.
Last updated: 27 May 2026 (AEST)