Kit Review

Straight build + Panel lining + Decals

The universal yardstick — size comparison with a cigarette pack.

Rear view with backpack attached

MG Gelgoog : Mass Production - The highlight of the Mass Production type! Unlike other Gelgoogs, the rear skirt is bigger and

The highlight of the Mass Production type! Unlike other Gelgoogs,
the rear skirt is bigger and extra verniers have been added, giving it a much more impressive look.

Cockpit hatch open

The weapon loadout is the same as Char's version, but the rifle is a bit bigger.

MG Gelgoog : Mass Production - The Mass Production spec rifle looks bigger and cooler than Char's version; the front bipod/st

The Mass Production spec rifle looks bigger and cooler than Char's version;
The front bipod/stand section can also fold in and out.

Rock-paper-scissors articulated hand, closed hand, open hand.

Outer armor removed

Internal frame

Body frame

Arm frame

Leg frame

What kind of pose is this..??

Articulation is still not great.

Action pose. Maybe it's the color scheme and the rifle, but it somehow looks way more powerful;;

Beam naginata action pose

Still an elongated beam saber

MG Gelgoog : Mass Production - The original Gelgoog rear skirt parts and the MS-14B-type head parts that were only included i

The original Gelgoog rear skirt parts and the MS-14B-type head parts that were only included in the Gelgoog Cannon
remain as leftover parts.

The optional detail-up parts for the Gelgoog are still included as well..

Together with Char's version and Johnny Ridden's version (Gelgoog Cannon kit).

The Mass Production rear skirt — totally different from Char's and Johnny Ridden's!

MG Gelgoog : Mass Production - The head has also been revised with a new mold. The head that used to look like a bird's head

The head has also been revised with a new mold.
The head that used to look like a bird's head has been flattened a bit, making it feel a little closer to the original..

Together with the Zaku II F, another iconic mass production type.

Now that Char's and Johnny Ridden's Gelgoogs have come out, the Mass Production Gelgoog is here too. The typical dark and drab coloring of a mass production unit gives the Gelgoog a whole different feel. And crucially, some unique touches exclusive to the Mass Production type have been added.

First off, the rear skirt section got extra detail and verniers added, making it look even more impressive. Unlike the previous Gelgoogs that got flak for looking like a bird's head, the head is now more like a squashed steamed bun, bringing it closer to the original look. Also, going from that flashy pink-and-red color scheme to a calm, battle-ready(?) color palette actually feels like it cranks up the charisma! The rifle revised for the Mass Production type is bigger and better-looking than the one on Char's version.

Of course, everything on the body aside from the rear skirt, head, and rifle is carried straight over from the previous Gelgoogs. (For a more detailed structural review, see the MG Char's Gelgoog review) The articulation and joint issues are still there too.. This is a kit where you need good luck with the draw. The grip strength is still not great, so even though the rifle looks awesome, it's honestly pretty hard to get the hand to hold it properly.

Overall, I'd say this is the best of the Gelgoog series, at least in terms of what you get in the box. That impressive rear skirt definitely plays a big part! It's not a particularly special or groundbreaking Gelgoog variation, but it at least feels like it surpasses Char's version. Funny how the Mass Production type ends up with more verniers than Char's version, which is supposed to be three times faster.. ^^; Apparently Bandai went ahead and added the OVA-style skirt despite breaking the established specs, because the previous Gelgoogs had gotten so many complaints.. but hey, it's a great-looking rear end either way~ ^^

MG MS-14A Gelgoog : Mass Production
Category	Rating	Analysis
Seam Lines	★★★★☆	Seam lines are handled quite well. Only slightly visible on the head and torso.
Molding Color / Color Separation	★★★★☆	Color separation is nearly perfect. Molded colors are excellent.
Proportions	★★★★☆	When posed and displayed, it looks absolutely stunning. Large size even among MGs.
Articulation	★	Worst articulation among MGs;
Joint Strength	★	Worst joint looseness among MGs; though a revised version does exist.
Internal Frame	★★★☆	A relatively large number of frame sections. The leg frame and pipes are great!
Detail	★★★★☆	The rear skirt detail is a step up compared to other Gelgoogs.
Weapons / Accessories	★★★★☆	Has all the weapons the Gelgoog needs. A more impressive-looking rifle than Char's version.
Parts Count / Price	★★★★	Total 247 parts (+ 24 detail-up parts). Parts per ¥1,000: 82.3
Uniqueness	★★★★	Among the F-type Gelgoog kits, this one gets the best reception — by far.
Dalong's Point : 72 pts.

MG Gelgoog : Mass Production | 1997. 9 | ¥3,000

AIThis page was translated by Claude Sonnet.