Bandai 5055737 - 1/144 HG Seed R08 Calamity Gundam Model Kit - HG project for poseable display  [B-5055737]

Practical tips for the 1/144 HG Calamity Gundam build

The 1/144 HG Calamity Gundam from Bandai is a compact High Grade kit that delivers tidy engineering and good visual separation between colours. It suits builders who want a reliable base for display models and simple custom projects.

Part fit and model performance

Moulded parts are designed to fit well, reducing the need for heavy modification. The kit's colour-separated pieces make it easy to achieve an attractive finish without full repainting. The joint system provides a dependable balance of stiffness and flexibility for action poses.

Finishing workflow and recommended materials

Use 400 to 600 grit sandpaper to clean up nubs and seams gently. Apply a primer compatible with ABS before painting to avoid adhesion issues. The presence of undergates aids neat trimming and helps keep exposed nub marks to a minimum.

Skill level and build experience

Classed as a High Grade, the Calamity Gundam is moderate in build difficulty and best suited to hobbyists with some prior kit experience. It assembles logically but still provides room for advanced finishing techniques and pose experimentation.

A dependable and well thought out HG kit, the 1/144 HG Calamity Gundam works well as a straight build or as a starting point for modest customisation and display posing.