Bandai 5061618 RG 1/144 Gundam Astray Red Frame Model Kit - special edition builder choice  [B-5061618]

Bandai 5061618 - RG 1/144 Gundam Astray Red Frame 19
Price:
£18.30
Brand:
Bandai
Model:
B-5061618
GTIN:
4573102616180
Condition:
Brand New
Available in warehouse
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Introduction to the Bandai RG 1/144 Gundam Astray Red Frame

The Astray Red Frame is prized for its balanced aesthetics and finely engineered components. This Real Grade kit brings a compact but detailed inner frame that rewards methodical assembly and considered finishing choices by serious modellers.

Notable construction and articulation traits

The Real Grade engineering delivers precise joints and a supportive inner skeleton that allow confident posing. Elbow mechanisms in particular provide reliable articulation, and the gate layout aims to preserve smooth external surfaces with minimal sanding.

How to approach colour and personal touches

Colour separation is well executed so the kit presents strongly without paint. For personalised builds, try panel lining, selective washes or subtle metallic highlights to accent the mechanical inner frame and weapon parts. Decals and matt varnish can further refine the final look.

Assembly advice for a clean finish

Work with quality cutters and a sharp blade, and use 400-800 grit paper to finish nubs. Dry-fitting complex assemblies and taking care when compressing polycaps will reduce stress marks. Read each step fully before proceeding to avoid misaligned parts.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/144
  • Grade: Real Grade
  • Build Level: Advanced

This Bandai RG 1/144 Gundam Astray Red Frame suits collectors who want precise engineering in a compact kit, with straightforward options for subtle customisation and display-ready poses.

The kit holds most dynamic poses well, but extreme stances may need careful balancing or a display stand to prevent tipping. Check joint tightness before final posing.
Start with a coarser file if needed and finish with 400-800 grit paper for a smooth, paint-ready surface. Use a gentle touch to avoid rounding edges.
Most parts are snap-fit and do not require glue. Apply thin cement only where you want permanent joins or to strengthen small, stress-prone connections.
Prime parts lightly, use thin paint layers and mask carefully between colours. Multiple thin coats give cleaner separation than one heavy coat.
Bandai often supplies replacement runners through authorised service channels. Keep your kit number handy and contact customer support for part inquiries.

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