Full Armor Gundam and Zaku II Launch the New Gundam Artifact PRO Line
Bandai has officially revealed the first wave of the new “Gundam Artifact PRO” line as part of an ongoing effort to evolve the detailed miniature candy toy series.
The original “Gundam Artifact” collection initially launched in 2021 and quickly gained traction for applying incredibly detailed industrial design interpretations to classic mobile suits.
This brand-new upgraded “Artifact PRO” series drastically increases the overall size of the new figures compared to the original Artifact ones, bringing them up to an impressive height of approximately 10cm.
These upgraded kits achieve a completely new level of articulation by utilizing sturdy alloy components alongside standard modeling plastics.
The intricate, multi-layered joints are expertly designed to evoke real-world heavy machinery, interlocking smoothly to allow builders to replicate realistic mechanical movements.
The complete inaugural Gundam Artifact PRO lineup includes the following two releases:
- Gundam Artifact PRO Full Armor Gundam
- Price: 7,150 yen (approx. $45 USD / £36 GBP)
This detailed kit features intricate industrial aesthetics and utilizes alloy components for smooth articulation, complete with removable armor plates that reveal the base RX-78-2 Gundam underneath.
- Gundam Artifact PRO High Mobility Type Zaku II (Black Tri-Stars Custom)
- Price: 6,380 yen (approx. $40 USD / £32 GBP)
This fully articulated kit brings the iconic Zeon mobile suit to life with an impressive 10cm scale, featuring multi-layered joints and coming equipped with signature weaponry like the Zaku machine gun.
The initial pre-order period officially opened on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, but the available stock sold out almost immediately due to immense demand from collectors.
Fortunately, Bandai has already prepared a second wave of pre-orders for those who missed out on the initial drop.
The second round of pre-orders will officially open on Friday, May 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM through the Premium Bandai online store.
Fans who purchase both figures together through the Premium Bandai storefront will also receive an exclusive clear outer armor parts set for the Full Armor Gundam as a special campaign bonus.
Shipments for these premium candy toy figures are currently scheduled to begin rolling out to buyers in November 2026.
Collectors who prefer physical retail will also be able to find both kits stocked in the confectionery aisles of mass retailers nationwide starting in November 2026.
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