Kit Review

Straight build

MS Mode straight build shot

Waverider Mode straight build shot

Straight build

Unlike the Unicorn SDs, the forearm joint is articulated.

Just like the Age SD, there's a gimmick where the helmet can be removed.

SD Delta Plus - You can rotate the eye section 180 degrees to switch between the MS-style eyes and human-style eyes. Up until

You can rotate the eye section 180 degrees to switch between the MS-style eyes and human-style eyes.
Up until now, you had to choose which sticker to apply,
but the SD Delta Plus has been brilliantly upgraded so you just apply both and simply rotate!

The head reassembled with the eyes rotated.
A bit childlike, but... kinda cute too.

The included Base Jabber.
Small, but the detail is actually pretty decent.

The underside of the Base Jabber has storage space for leftover parts.

In addition to the clear stand, the Base Jabber can also be used as a stand.

Firing pose

SD Delta Plus - Aerial pose using the clear stand (1/3)

Aerial pose using the clear stand

Beam saber action

Transformation

After separating the upper and lower body, and the waist from the legs...

Slide the upper body forward to pull it out, and you can then remove the neck and head section.

Raise the upper body 90 degrees and lower the arms down.

Spread the wings on the back out 90 degrees..

Unfold the two-section cockpit piece forward.

Connect the shield's mounting piece to the rear and plug it into the underside of the body.

SD Delta Plus - Lower the ankles down, rotate the waist 90 degrees, then bring the legs together and plug them into the separ

Lower the ankles down, rotate the waist 90 degrees, then bring the legs together and plug them into the separate transformation parts.

Combine the main body, legs, and lower body together.

Fold the rifle's grip inward and plug it into the lower body — transformation complete!

Waverider top/bottom view

SD Delta Plus - The Waverider displayed on the clear stand. Looks pretty convincing! ^^ (1/5)

SD Delta Plus - The Waverider displayed on the clear stand. Looks pretty convincing! ^^ (2/5)

SD Delta Plus - The Waverider displayed on the clear stand. Looks pretty convincing! ^^ (3/5)

The Waverider displayed on the clear stand. Looks pretty convincing! ^^

Displayed on the Base Jabber stand

The leftover parts after transformation can also be stored in the Base Jabber.

From this state, plug in the separate auxiliary stand and...

SD Delta Plus - You can recreate the scene of Unicorn Gundam riding on top like this. (1/3)

You can recreate the scene of Unicorn Gundam riding on top like this.

SD Delta Plus - You can also have Unicorn ride on top of the Base Jabber. (1/3)

You can also have Unicorn ride on top of the Base Jabber.

Together with the SD Unicorn.

Together with the MG / HGUC Delta Plus.

Comparison with the HGUC Base Jabber.

Beyond the major Unicorn series mobile suits, the Delta Plus has also been released in SD form. As you probably know, the Delta Plus is a Zeta-lineage transforming unit, and the SD Delta Plus likewise comes with the ability to transform into Waverider mode.

First off, as you'd expect from a modern SD kit, it sports a bold, clean overall proportion and sharp detailing reminiscent of Kotobukiya's D-Style line. It feels several notches above the Gundam Age SD series that came before it — the SD development team clearly puts extra effort into Universal Century suits. Also, while the SD Unicorn/Sinanju had completely solid arms with no articulation, the SD Delta Plus comes with a movable forearm joint.

The transformation is done through a combination of parts-swapping and repositioning, with one dedicated transformation part involved, and it goes together pretty smoothly without too much hassle. The process is a bit more involved than the older SD Zeta-type transformations, but thanks to that, the Waverider mode ends up being noticeably larger and more stylish than the SD Zeta's.

This kit comes with a dedicated clear stand, plus a bonus Base Jabber that has surprisingly fine detail for an SD accessory. The Base Jabber can double as a standalone display stand, can carry the SD Unicorn, and even lets you recreate a combined action scene with Unicorn riding the Waverider — it's got a lot going for it. And just like other functional stands, the underside also has storage space for leftover parts.

Overall, this is an exceptionally high-quality SD kit — it's fun to build, looks great, and is something I can recommend to just about anyone. Whether you're a fan of the Unicorn or Zeta Plus, or just someone who loves a sharp, clean SD kit, this one is definitely worth a strong recommendation :-)

SD Delta Plus | 2013.2 | ¥1,200

AIThis page was translated by Claude Sonnet.