New Gundam Artifact PRO Series Gets Second Pre-Order Window After Immediate Sell-Out
The initial pre-order wave for the brand new “Gundam Artifact PRO” figure line sold out almost immediately upon launch due to immense demand from collectors.
Bandai has quickly responded to the overwhelming popularity of these upgraded miniature kits by preparing a second wave of pre-orders that will open soon.
This new line serves as an evolution of the original Gundam Artifact candy toy series that initially launched in 2021.
The collection gained significant traction for applying incredibly detailed industrial design interpretations to classic mobile suits from the Mobile Suit Gundam franchise.
This upgraded PRO specification drastically increases the overall footprint of the figures, bringing them up to an impressive height of approximately 10cm.
These premium kits achieve a completely new level of articulation by utilizing sturdy alloy components.
The intricate, multi-layered joints are expertly designed to evoke real-world heavy machinery.
These joints interlock smoothly to allow builders to replicate realistic mechanical movements when handling the completed kits.
The original candy toy series offered static display pieces, but this new PRO line allows fans to pose their favorite mobile suits in dynamic action stances.
The inaugural wave features the heavily equipped Full Armor Gundam from the Mobile Suit Variations design series.
It also includes the High Mobility Type Zaku II famously piloted by the Black Tri-Stars team during the One Year War.
Let’s take a look at both releases in more detail!
- 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 second round of pre-orders will officially open on Friday, May 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM through the Premium Bandai online store.
Orders are scheduled to begin rolling out to buyers in November 2026 alongside a general physical retail release in confectionery aisles nationwide.
Fans who purchase both figures together through the Premium Bandai online store will receive an exclusive clear outer armor parts set for the Full Armor Gundam as a special campaign bonus.
Eager collectors will need to act quickly to place their pre-orders, as stock for this second wave may be limited and could sell out at any time.
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