Gunpla-Kun

Gunpla-Kun DX Set

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set Box
Release 2023.4
Price ¥1,000
BANDAI BANDAI Japan product info
Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Box Open & Runners (1/2) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Box Open & Runners (2/2)

Box Open & Runners

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Parts diagram

Parts diagram

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Manual (1/2) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Manual (2/2)

Manual

Straight build

Straight build

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Size comparison with a cigarette pack

Size comparison with a cigarette pack

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Various angles (1/5) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Various angles (2/5) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Various angles (3/5) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Various angles (4/5) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Various angles (5/5)

Various angles

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Body without weapons (1/2) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Body without weapons (2/2)

Body without weapons

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Simple weapon loadout

Simple weapon loadout

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - The beam rifle scope and backpack beam sabers break way too easily T_T. Even the slightest nud Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - The beam rifle scope and backpack beam sabers break way too easily T_T. Even the slightest nud

The beam rifle scope and backpack beam sabers break way too easily T_T. Even the slightest nudge will bend and snap them, so please be careful.

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Some unique accessories are included — the runner shape itself is one single part.

Some unique accessories are included — the runner shape itself is one single part.

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - You can detach the body and plug it into the runner-shaped parts.

You can detach the body and plug it into the runner-shaped parts.

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Like this, the limbs are separated (-_-) and you can recreate the look of parts still on the r Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Like this, the limbs are separated (-_-) and you can recreate the look of parts still on the r

Like this, the limbs are separated (-_-) and you can recreate the look of parts still on the runner.

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - You can combine the remaining parts to build a display stand for the runner. (1/2) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - You can combine the remaining parts to build a display stand for the runner. (2/2)

You can combine the remaining parts to build a display stand for the runner.

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Gunpla-Kun runner displayed on the stand (1/4) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Gunpla-Kun runner displayed on the stand (2/4) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Gunpla-Kun runner displayed on the stand (3/4) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Gunpla-Kun runner displayed on the stand (4/4)

Gunpla-Kun runner displayed on the stand

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Limb articulation is basically nonexistent, as you can see..

Limb articulation is basically nonexistent, as you can see..

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Some poses I tried out. Gotta say, it's pretty cute. (1/6) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Some poses I tried out. Gotta say, it's pretty cute. (2/6) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Some poses I tried out. Gotta say, it's pretty cute. (3/6) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Some poses I tried out. Gotta say, it's pretty cute. (4/6) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Some poses I tried out. Gotta say, it's pretty cute. (5/6) Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - Some poses I tried out. Gotta say, it's pretty cute. (6/6)

Some poses I tried out. Gotta say, it's pretty cute.

Gunpla-Kun Gunpla-Kun DX Set - A shot with the 1/144 EG First Gundam.

A shot with the 1/144 EG First Gundam.

The injection plastic model kit of the adorable Gunpla-Kun has been released. Gunpla-Kun is a character from the video series that ran on Gundam Info — a cute SD-proportioned little guy. The episodes are short and fun, so if you haven't seen them yet, I'd recommend checking out the Gundaminfo channelon YouTube.

First off, the biggest standout feature is that it's molded in a new material called LIMEX. It has a unique feel unlike anything I've seen in injection plastic kits before — soft like a soft-vinyl part, but with a satisfying weight to it. LIMEX is an eco-friendly material made by minimizing petroleum-based resin and incorporating limestone, and it gives off a slightly soft feel similar to the plastic used for figures.

Despite this special material, the overall assembly experience is smooth and snaps together just like a typical Bandai kit, and it delivers excellent color separation and sculpt quality with a surprisingly low part count. That said, the softer material does mean there are a few spots you need to watch out for — specifically the beam rifle scope and the backpack beam sabers. Even the slightest pressure will cause them to bend and snap without any resistance, so definitely be careful.. (I have a feeling a lot of people will end up breaking them just like I did T_T)

The body itself feels more like a display figure model kit with minimal articulation, and interestingly, runner-shaped parts that appear in the show are included as well. You can detach the limbs, attach them to the runner, and display the whole thing upright on the dedicated stand.

All in all, the cuteness factor definitely passes the bar, and if you've watched the show, the quality is solid enough to satisfy. It's easy to build and the material feels nice, so it could work for younger builders too — though honestly, some of those fragile parts are probably unavoidable casualties in little kids' hands, so I can't wholeheartedly recommend it for them. (Tears may follow)

Anyway, it's a fun little kit that anyone can enjoy building casually, and I'm already looking forward to a Zaku-Pla-Kun release. If you enjoyed the Gunpla-Kun series or just love cute-style kits, this one is definitely worth recommending :-)

AIThis page was translated by Claude Sonnet.