2024 Best Gundam Model Kits for Beginners: Top Rated & Easy to Build by @HobbyFinder

2024 Best Gundam Model Kits for Beginners: Top Rated & Easy to Build

Diving into Gundam model building is like stepping into a vast universe of stories, each kit a portal to epic tales that you bring to life with your craftsmanship. These high-quality Gundam models are chosen with beginners in mind, making them perfect entry points to the hobby. Each kit is an opportunity to turn pieces into a testament of dedication and passion, celebrated globally.

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Contents

Difficulty Level
Beginner
Wing Gundam Sky Zero Gundam Breaker Battlogue Model Kit
SD Gundam EX-Standard 004 Wing Gundam Zero (EW)
Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury - #24 Gundvolva
Gundam The Origin: #26 RX-78-02 Gundam (The Origin Ver.)
Mobile Suit Gundam Seed - 1/144 GAT-X105 Strike Gundam
Gundam Wing - #174 Wing Gundam Zero
HGUC 1/144 #20 RGM-79 GM "Mobile Suit Gundam"
HG 1/144 - "Gundam Breaker Battlogue" Gundam 00 Command Qan[T]
HGFC 1/144 #110 G GUNDAM "Mobile Fighter G Gundam" Model Kit
HG OZ-06 MS Leo Flight Unit Type Plastic Kit
HGUC RX-78-2 Gundam Revive Model Kit, 1/144 Scale
SD Gundam Cross Silhouette Char's Zaku II (Clear Color)
Entry Grade 1/144 RX-78-2 Gundam
Gunpla Starter Set: Gundam Vs. Zaku II, Bandai HGUC Action Figure
Difficulty Level
Advanced
MG Sazabi Version Ka Model Kit (1/100 Scale)
Mobile Suit Gundam - RX-78-2 Gundam, Bandai PG Unleashed 1/60
5055454 Rx-93 Nu Gundam (Ver. Ka) MG Model Kit
Difficulty Level
Intermediate
HGBF 1/144 Super Fumina Gundam Build Fighters Try Model Kit
#01 RX-78-2 Gundam 1/144, Real Grade
HG 1/144 Barbatos Lupus Rex
HG 1/144 Gundam Astray Red Frame (Flight Unit)
MG 1/100 Gundam Deathscythe EW (Endless Waltz)
RG 1/144 Gundam Mk-II AEUG Version
HGUC 1/144 Unicorn Gundam Destroy Mode

Difficulty Level
Beginner

Wing Gundam Sky Zero Gundam Breaker Battlogue Model Kit

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Scale

1/144

Grade

High Grade (HG)

Model Number and Name

N/A

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Approximate Build Time

3-5 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$26.98

Series Origin

Gundam Breaker Battlogue

Special Features

Transformable, Customizable Weapons

SD Gundam EX-Standard 004 Wing Gundam Zero (EW)

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Scale

Super Deformed (SD)

Grade

SD Grade (SD)

Model Number and Name

EW-004

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Approximate Build Time

1-2 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$16.96

Series Origin

Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz

Special Features

Compact, Easy Assembly

Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury - #24 Gundvolva

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Scale

1/144

Grade

High Grade (HG)

Model Number and Name

#24 Gundvolva

Manufacturer

Bandai Spirits

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Approximate Build Time

3-5 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$19.00

Series Origin

The Witch from Mercury

Special Features

Articulation, Color Accuracy

Gundam The Origin: #26 RX-78-02 Gundam (The Origin Ver.)

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Scale

1/144

Grade

High Grade (HG)

Model Number and Name

RX-78-2 Gundam

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Approximate Build Time

3-5 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$28.00

Series Origin

Mobile Suit Gundam

Special Features

Iconic Design, Beam Saber Accessory

Mobile Suit Gundam Seed - 1/144 GAT-X105 Strike Gundam

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Scale

1/144

Grade

Entry Grade (EG)

Model Number and Name

GAT-X105 Strike Gundam

Manufacturer

Bandai Spirits

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Approximate Build Time

1-3 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$13.00

Series Origin

Gundam SEED

Special Features

Easy snap-fit, No painting required

Gundam Wing - #174 Wing Gundam Zero

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Scale

1/144

Grade

High Grade (HGAC)

Model Number and Name

#174 Wing Gundam Zero

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Approximate Build Time

3-5 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$17.99

Series Origin

Gundam Wing

Special Features

Articulation, Twin Buster Rifle

HGUC 1/144 #20 RGM-79 GM "Mobile Suit Gundam"

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Scale

1/144

Grade

High Grade Universal Century (HGUC)

Model Number and Name

#20 RGM-79 GM

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Approximate Build Time

2-4 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$14.99

Series Origin

Mobile Suit Gundam

Special Features

Classic design, Beam Spray Gun

HG 1/144 - "Gundam Breaker Battlogue" Gundam 00 Command Qan[T]

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Scale

1/144

Grade

High Grade (HG)

Model Number and Name

Gundam 00 Command Qan[T]

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Approximate Build Time

3-5 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$29.22

Series Origin

Gundam Breaker Battlogue

Special Features

Customizable, GN Sword

HGFC 1/144 #110 G GUNDAM "Mobile Fighter G Gundam" Model Kit

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Scale

1/144

Grade

High Grade Fighting Action (HGFC)

Model Number and Name

#110 G GUNDAM

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Approximate Build Time

4-6 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$29.71

Series Origin

Mobile Fighter G Gundam

Special Features

Hyper Mode transformation, Beam Swords

HG OZ-06 MS Leo Flight Unit Type Plastic Kit

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Scale

1/144

Grade

High Grade (HG)

Model Number and Name

Leo

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Approximate Build Time

2-4 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$55.10

Series Origin

Gundam Wing

Special Features

Mass production suit, Simple build

HGUC RX-78-2 Gundam Revive Model Kit, 1/144 Scale

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Scale

1/144

Grade

High Grade Universal Century (HGUC)

Model Number and Name

RX-78-2 Gundam Revive

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Approximate Build Time

3-5 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$21.42

Series Origin

Mobile Suit Gundam

Special Features

Revive version for improved articulation and proportions

SD Gundam Cross Silhouette Char's Zaku II (Clear Color)

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Scale

Super Deformed (SD)

Grade

SD Cross Silhouette (SDCS)

Model Number and Name

Zaku II

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Approximate Build Time

1-2 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$64.97

Series Origin

Mobile Suit Gundam

Special Features

Optional frame for height, Customizable poses

Entry Grade 1/144 RX-78-2 Gundam

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Scale

1/144

Grade

Entry Grade (EG)

Model Number and Name

RX-78-2 Gundam

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Approximate Build Time

1-2 hours

Recommended Tools

None needed

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$10.00

Series Origin

Mobile Suit Gundam

Special Features

Easy assembly, No tools required

Gunpla Starter Set: Gundam Vs. Zaku II, Bandai HGUC Action Figure

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Scale

1/144

Grade

High Grade (HG)

Model Number and Name

Zaku II

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Approximate Build Time

3-5 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$31.52

Series Origin

Mobile Suit Gundam

Special Features

Includes RX-78-2 Gundam, Two model set, Instructional DVD

Difficulty Level
Advanced

MG Sazabi Version Ka Model Kit (1/100 Scale)

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Scale

1/100

Grade

Master Grade (MG)

Model Number and Name

MSN-04 Mobile Suit Sazabi

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Advanced

Approximate Build Time

20+ hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Screwdrivers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$99.95

Series Origin

Char's Counterattack

Special Features

LED lighting, Detailed inner frame

Mobile Suit Gundam - RX-78-2 Gundam, Bandai PG Unleashed 1/60

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Scale

1/60

Grade

Perfect Grade Unleashed (PGU)

Model Number and Name

RX-78-2 Gundam

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Advanced

Approximate Build Time

30+ hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Screwdrivers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$289.95

Series Origin

Mobile Suit Gundam

Special Features

Highly detailed, Full articulation, LED Unit

5055454 Rx-93 Nu Gundam (Ver. Ka) MG Model Kit

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Scale

1/100

Grade

Master Grade (MG)

Model Number and Name

Rx-93 Nu Gundam

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Advanced

Approximate Build Time

10-12 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Panel Liners
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$83.00

Series Origin

Char's Counterattack

Special Features

Ver. Ka design, Funnel system, Psycho-Frame technology

Difficulty Level
Intermediate

HGBF 1/144 Super Fumina Gundam Build Fighters Try Model Kit

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Scale

1/144

Grade

High Grade Build Fighters (HGBF)

Model Number and Name

Super Fumina

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Approximate Build Time

5-7 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$36.99

Series Origin

Gundam Build Fighters Try

Special Features

Unique character model, Optional decals

#01 RX-78-2 Gundam 1/144, Real Grade

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Scale

1/144

Grade

Real Grade (RG)

Model Number and Name

RX-78-2 Gundam

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Approximate Build Time

5-8 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$31.50

Series Origin

Mobile Suit Gundam

Special Features

Advanced MS Joint system, Detailed design

HG 1/144 Barbatos Lupus Rex

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Scale

1/144

Grade

High Grade (HG)

Model Number and Name

Barbatos Lupus Rex

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Approximate Build Time

4-6 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$23.95

Series Origin

Gundam Iron-Blooded Orphans

Special Features

Tail blade, Smooth articulation, Mace

HG 1/144 Gundam Astray Red Frame (Flight Unit)

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Scale

1/144

Grade

High Grade (HG)

Model Number and Name

Gundam Astray Red Frame

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Approximate Build Time

4-6 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$30.77

Series Origin

Gundam SEED Astray

Special Features

Gerbera Straight katana, Clear parts for sensors

MG 1/100 Gundam Deathscythe EW (Endless Waltz)

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Scale

1/100

Grade

Master Grade (MG)

Model Number and Name

Gundam Deathscythe EW

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Approximate Build Time

8-10 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$60.60

Series Origin

Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz

Special Features

Winged backpack, Beam scythe

RG 1/144 Gundam Mk-II AEUG Version

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Scale

1/144

Grade

Real Grade (RG)

Model Number and Name

Gundam Mk-II AEUG

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Approximate Build Time

6-8 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$43.87

Series Origin

Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam

Special Features

Advanced MS Joint system, Realistic decals

HGUC 1/144 Unicorn Gundam Destroy Mode

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Scale

1/144

Grade

High Grade Universal Century (HGUC)

Model Number and Name

Unicorn Gundam Destroy Mode

Manufacturer

Bandai

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Approximate Build Time

5-7 hours

Recommended Tools

Nippers
Tweezers
Metal File

Recommended for Beginners

Price

$25.00

Series Origin

Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn

Special Features

Transformable, Psycho-Frame technology

Difficulty LevelBeginner

Difficulty LevelAdvanced

Difficulty LevelIntermediate

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Beginner

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