HGBF

Lightning Back Weapon System

Kit Review

Straight build + Stickers

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System (1/2) HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System (2/2)

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Underside view

Underside view

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - It can also be mounted on Action Base 2.

It can also be mounted on Action Base 2.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Missile pod opening and closing

Missile pod opening and closing

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - The missile pod can also be swapped out for a beam cannon.

The missile pod can also be swapped out for a beam cannon.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - With the beam cannon equipped.

With the beam cannon equipped.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - The beam cannon can also be mounted on the HG Lightning Gundam's shoulder.

The beam cannon can also be mounted on the HG Lightning Gundam's shoulder.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - To combine the Lightning Gundam with the BWS, you first need to fold the arms and shoulde

To combine the Lightning Gundam with the BWS,
you first need to fold the arms and shoulders like shown above.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - The hand armor lines up perfectly with the shoulder armor.

The hand armor lines up perfectly with the shoulder armor.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Fold the legs as shown above.

Fold the legs as shown above.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Then attach the BWS, shield, and rifle to the body as shown above.

Then attach the BWS, shield, and rifle to the body as shown above.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Flight mode with the BWS and Lightning Gundam combined. (1/5) HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Flight mode with the BWS and Lightning Gundam combined. (2/5) HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Flight mode with the BWS and Lightning Gundam combined. (3/5) HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Flight mode with the BWS and Lightning Gundam combined. (4/5) HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Flight mode with the BWS and Lightning Gundam combined. (5/5)

Flight mode with the BWS and Lightning Gundam combined.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Underside

Underside

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - This time, separate the nose section and tail section of the BWS to attach it in MS mode.

This time, separate the nose section and tail section of the BWS to attach it in MS mode.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Fold the wings as shown above..

Fold the wings as shown above..

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Pull out the fixing pin that was lying flat at the back and insert it vertically. (1/2) HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Pull out the fixing pin that was lying flat at the back and insert it vertically. (2/2)

Pull out the fixing pin that was lying flat at the back and insert it vertically.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Fold the wings on the BWS nose section and attach it to the shield. (1/2) HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Fold the wings on the BWS nose section and attach it to the shield. (2/2)

Fold the wings on the BWS nose section and attach it to the shield.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Attached to the Lightning Gundam in MS mode. (1/3) HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Attached to the Lightning Gundam in MS mode. (2/3) HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Attached to the Lightning Gundam in MS mode. (3/3)

Attached to the Lightning Gundam in MS mode.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Lightning Gundam + BWS action poses (1/3) HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Lightning Gundam + BWS action poses (2/3) HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Lightning Gundam + BWS action poses (3/3)

Lightning Gundam + BWS action poses

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Combined with the HGCE Strike Gundam. (1/2) HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Combined with the HGCE Strike Gundam. (2/2)

Combined with the HGCE Strike Gundam.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Joint parts for HG kits with two backpack holes are also included. (1/2) HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Joint parts for HG kits with two backpack holes are also included. (2/2)

Joint parts for HG kits with two backpack holes are also included.

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Combined with the HGAC Wing Gundam. (1/2) HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System - Combined with the HGAC Wing Gundam. (2/2)

Combined with the HGAC Wing Gundam.

This kit is the Build Custom Lightning Back Weapon System (BWS), released as a companion to the HG Lightning Gundam. The BWS is a system that was previously used on the Re-GZ — instead of the MS itself transforming into a flight vehicle, it combines with a large flight-type backpack as a separate accessory.

Overall, the Lightning BWS has a sharper, more modern look compared to the Re-GZ's BWS. It supports both flight mode combination and MS mode combination, giving you plenty of display options. On top of that, the missile pod on top can be opened, and it can also be swapped out for a beam cannon configuration.

The connection with the Lightning Gundam is solid, so there's nothing much to worry about, and it looks great in both MS mode and flight mode. Being a Build Custom item, it's also designed to be compatible with most other HG kits depending on your preference.

Anyway, the colors and style match the HG Lightning Gundam perfectly, so if you've built the Lightning Gundam, this is definitely an accessory worth picking up. The only downside is that it seems to be produced in limited quantities, making it a bit tricky to find in stores — so grab it while you can. :-)

HGBF Lightning Back Weapon System | 2014.11 | ¥800

AIThis page was translated by Claude Sonnet.