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| Management number | 243523423 | Release Date | 2026/07/19 | List Price | US$11.20 | Model Number | 243523423 | ||
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The MG 1/100 RB-79 Ball Ver.Ka brings Hajime Katoki's refined interpretation of the Earth Federation's support mobile pod to the Master Grade lineup. Despite its compact and unconventional design, the kit features a highly detailed internal structure, mechanical surface detailing, and a fully realized cockpit that captures the industrial aesthetic of the Universal Century setting.
The Ball's articulated manipulator arms, opening cockpit hatch, and rotating 180mm cannon provide a surprising amount of display flexibility. Clear parts, maintenance-themed details, and included pilot and mechanic figures add extra realism, making this kit a favorite among builders who appreciate mechanical detail and support units alongside their mobile suit collections.
| Specification | Detail |
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| Manufacturer | Bandai Spirits |
| Series | Mobile Suit Gundam |
| Character | RB-79 Ball |
| Line | Master Grade (MG) Ver.Ka |
| Scale | 1/100 |
| Materials | PS, PE, PVC |
| Type | Plastic Model Kit |
| Articulation | Yes |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Mechanical Designer | Hajime Katoki |
| Special Features | Opening cockpit, detailed internal frame, rotating cannon, display stand |
| Pilot | Earth Federation Pilot |
| Product Number | N/A |
The RB-79 Ball was developed by the Earth Federation Forces during the One Year War as an emergency combat unit based on a civilian work pod. Equipped with a powerful 180mm cannon and reinforced armor, the Ball served primarily as a support unit alongside Federation mobile suits. While often viewed as an underpowered machine compared to dedicated mobile suits, it played a significant role in several major battles and became one of the most recognizable support units in the Gundam Universal Century timeline.
The Ver.Ka sub-line represents model kits supervised or redesigned by renowned mechanical designer Hajime Katoki. These releases typically feature updated proportions, additional mechanical detail, unique markings, and engineering enhancements that emphasize realism and display accuracy. Within the Master Grade series, Ver.Ka kits are especially popular among experienced builders seeking highly detailed interpretations of classic mecha designs.
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