#Custom gundam models series#

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#Custom gundam models series#

In addition to these lines of gunpla, there are other series that include non-plastic Gunpla made from resin and Super-Deformed (SD) kits that don't have a particular scale. The differing qualities are First Grade (FG), High Grade (HG), High Grade Universal Century (HGUC), Real Grade (RG), Master Grade (MG), Reborn-One Hundred (RE/100) and Perfect Grade (PG).

There are differences in quality and design, with some requiring glue and paint. The hobby would spread to North America and Europe in the '90s due to the international release of Gundam through video and manga. Naturally, gunpla's popularity began in Japan before expanding to other Asian countries in the '80s. The kits are popular among mecha enthusiasts - particularly Gundam fans - worldwide.

Gunpla (ガンプラ) is a portmanteau of ' Gundam' and 'plastic model,' also known as plastic model kits. Bandai also offered an expansion set for sale, which included a Fuunsaiki model.

Perhaps because of its fantastic articulation, modelers challenged themselves to create the best custom creations using the kit. Since its release in August, the RG 1/144 God Gundam model, also known as the Burning Gundam piloted by Domon Kasshu in Mobile Fighter G Gundam, has been popular among gunpla fans for its incredible articulation. The God Gundam Model Was Popular From Its Release