MG MSZ-006C1

Zeta plus C1

Kit Review

Straight build + Panel lining + Decals

MG Zeta plus C1 - Size comparison with a cigarette pack. But the beam smart gun is just too long..;;

Size comparison with a cigarette pack. But the beam smart gun is just too long..;;

MG Zeta plus C1 (1/2) MG Zeta plus C1 (2/2)

MG Zeta plus C1 - It's looong~

It's looong~

MG Zeta plus C1 - Front and side shots of the main body

Front and side shots of the main body

MG Zeta plus C1 - The beam smart gun measures 30cm!

The beam smart gun measures 30cm!

MG Zeta plus C1 - The beam smart gun's detail is reaaally good.

The beam smart gun's detail is reaaally good.

MG Zeta plus C1 - The handle section can be stowed like that. (For Waverider mode)

The handle section can be stowed like that. (For Waverider mode)

MG Zeta plus C1 - As expected, you get two types of head antenna — a soft one for transformation and a plastic one for painti

As expected, you get two types of head antenna — a soft one for transformation and a plastic one for painting

MG Zeta plus C1 - Once again, the articulation is just absurdly good;;

Once again, the articulation is just absurdly good;;

MG Zeta plus C1 - Action pose. Full of impact, right? (1/2) MG Zeta plus C1 - Action pose. Full of impact, right? (2/2)

Action pose. Full of impact, right?

MG Zeta plus C1

MG Zeta plus C1 - Recreating the kneeling fire pose. Easy as pie. (1/2) MG Zeta plus C1 - Recreating the kneeling fire pose. Easy as pie. (2/2)

Recreating the kneeling fire pose. Easy as pie.

MG Zeta plus C1 - Beam saber action pose.

Beam saber action pose.

MG Zeta plus C1 - Transforming into Waverider! The transformation process itself is of course identical to the A1. (1/2) MG Zeta plus C1 - Transforming into Waverider! The transformation process itself is of course identical to the A1. (2/2)

Transforming into Waverider! The transformation process itself is of course identical to the A1.

MG Zeta plus C1 - Because that beam smart gun is so ridiculously long, the C1 Waverider comes close to 40cm in length. The P MG Zeta plus C1 - Because that beam smart gun is so ridiculously long, the C1 Waverider comes close to 40cm in length. The P

Because that beam smart gun is so ridiculously long, the C1 Waverider comes close to 40cm in length.
The PG Mk-II makes an appearance for size comparison..

MG Zeta plus C1 - Top-down close-up shot

Top-down close-up shot

MG Zeta plus C1 - Underside

Underside

MG Zeta plus C1 - Viewed from the side, it's incredibly thin and long~

Viewed from the side, it's incredibly thin and long~

MG Zeta plus C1 - The front landing gear section is removable.. while the rear landing gear cover is hinged open/close. The l

The front landing gear section is removable.. while the rear landing gear cover is hinged open/close.
The landing gear itself is removable, of course.

MG Zeta plus C1

MG Zeta plus C1 - Together with the A1. (1/2) MG Zeta plus C1 - Together with the A1. (2/2)

Together with the A1.

MG Zeta plus C1 - The chili pepper armor(?) and the side beam cannon sections are slightly different. The C1 has more Booster MG Zeta plus C1 - The chili pepper armor(?) and the side beam cannon sections are slightly different. The C1 has more Booster

The chili pepper armor(?) and the side beam cannon sections are slightly different.
The C1 has more Boosters on the backpack.

MG Zeta plus C1 - Waverider comparison. Quite a difference in length~

Waverider comparison. Quite a difference in length~

MG Zeta plus C1 - Sentinel MG lineup.

Sentinel MG lineup.

MG Zeta plus C1 - All the Zeta-series MGs together.

All the Zeta-series MGs together.

MG Zeta plus C1 - Waverider collection (1/2) MG Zeta plus C1 - Waverider collection (2/2)

Waverider collection

MG Zeta plus C1 - The Zeta plus C1 is ultimately a kit that lives and dies by that beam smart gun..

The Zeta plus C1 is ultimately a kit that lives and dies by that beam smart gun..

Since the Zeta plus A1 got the MG treatment, it was only natural that the C1 would follow! If they were going to release a Zeta plus anyway, it should've been the C1 — the main unit — rather than the A1, which barely even appears in the story. Above all, this gray Zeta plus is the very one that lives on in our memories from the old Sentinel kit. There are probably plenty of old-school fans out there who built the vintage 1/144 Zeta plus, whether it was the Bandai or Academy version.

The articulation, inner frame, and all the other features are of course completely identical to the A1.. but here's what sets the C1 apart from the A1:

1. The molded color has been changed to a combination of gray, blue, and white. (Gives it more of a combat weapon feel!)
2. The massive beam smart gun
3. Vernier pack added to the backpack
4. Additional structures added to the wings

To cut to the chase, the biggest highlight of this MG Zeta plus C1 kit is without a doubt the massive 30cm beam smart gun. You could argue the barrel is made a bit longer than the official specs, but the intricate detail and sheer imposing presence are absolutely stunning. The C1 has fewer parts than the A1 kit, but thanks to all the parts that make up this giant beam smart gun, the overall volume feels even more generous. That's also why the C1 kit's box is larger than the A1 kit's standard ¥3000 box. (It's in the same mid-to-large box size as the MG Zeta/GP03)

Since the beam smart gun is so incredibly long, the Waverider mode ends up being around 40cm as well — seeing it in person, it's honestly a ridiculous size. The presence is absolutely killer!! The only issue is that it's so long it's not exactly easy to store as-is..; Since the transformation process is the same as the A1, if you'd like a more detailed look at the full transformation, MG Zeta plus A1 review please refer to that page.

Anyway, this MG Zeta plus C1 is a top-tier kit that needs no further explanation. Excellent color separation, an insane level of articulation (;;), perfect transformation, and a superb beam smart gun.. Opening the box and seeing all those generous parts just fills you with pure joy — it's a masterpiece!
In terms of value for money, this is hands-down one of the best kits in the entire MG lineup. ^^

MG MSZ-006C1  Zeta plus C1
CategoryRatingAnalysis
Seam Lines★★★★★Pretty much invisible, you could say.
Molding Color / Color Separation★★★★★Tough-looking gray molded color and perfect color separation
Proportions★★★★☆Sleek and slender! Though the Katoki Hajime pose feels a little unnatural..
Articulation★★★★☆The leg folding is just absurd; that said, the action poses aren't all that great either.
Joint Strength★★★★★Plenty stiff. Good grip strength. Just right!
Internal Frame★★★★Being a transformable unit, there's only a frame in the legs. A little bit in the biceps too. Detail is on the good side.
Detail★★★★★Killer.
Weapons / Accessories★★★★★The one giant, finely detailed beam smart gun carries the whole kit.
Parts Count / Price★★★★★352 parts total. Parts per ¥1000: 117.7. Best value for money.
Uniqueness★★★★★A truly perfect transformation. A massive beam smart gun.. nostalgia fulfilled!
Dalong's Point : 96 pts.

MG Zeta plus C1 | 2002.2 | ¥3,000

AIThis page was translated by Claude Sonnet.