EG Wing Gundam and MG Barbatos Lupus Gunpla release date and price confirmed during 45th anniversary livestream
During the “Gunpla 45th Anniversary Special Broadcast!” live-stream from BANDAI SPIRITS, a wave of new Gunpla model kits scheduled for release later this year was announced.
The announcements included an addition to the beginner-friendly Entry Grade from Gundam Wing, a highly anticipated Master Grade from Iron-Blooded Orphans, and new High Grade kits from its popular spin-off series, Urdr Hunt.
The Mobile Suit Gundam franchise, which commemorates its 45th anniversary this year, has consistently evolved since its 1979 debut, producing a vast universe of anime, films, manga, and video games.
A cornerstone of its enduring popularity is Gunpla (Gundam plastic models), which allows fans to build and collect miniature replicas of their favorite Mobile Suits.
BANDAI SPIRITS regularly introduces new kits across various grades, catering to different skill levels and preferences, maintaining the franchise’s dynamic appeal.
These newly revealed Gunpla models cater to both new enthusiasts and seasoned builders, offering popular designs from different Gundam timelines:
ENTRY GRADE 1/144 Wing Gundam
The “ENTRY GRADE” line is specifically designed for Gunpla beginners, emphasizing ease of assembly with minimal parts and often no need for stickers.
This new kit brings the iconic Wing Gundam from Mobile Suit Gundam Wing, a series particularly popular in Western markets, to this accessible grade.
The announcement highlights that even its “fine coloring is reproduced” without the use of stickers, making it an ideal entry point for newcomers to the hobby.
It is expected to be released in October 2025 and will be priced at 1,100 yen ($7.46 USD / £5.64 GBP).
Update: Additional images of the EG Wing Gundam kit and a new Options Set Kit have been revealed now that pre-orders have opened.
MG 1/100 Gundam Barbatos Lupus
From Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans, the Gundam Barbatos Lupus is set to join the “Master Grade (MG)” line.
MG kits are renowned for their intricate internal frames, high level of detail and superior articulation compared to lower grades.
This release is highly anticipated by fans of the series for its potential to deliver the definitive model kit of this powerful Mobile Suit.
It is currently planned for released in October 2025 and will be priced at 7,150 yen ($36.72 USD / £49.66 GBP).
Update: Full details regarding the MG 1/100 Gundam Barbatos Lupus pre-order information have now been released.
HG 1/144 Monkey Rody (598 units) / Monkey Crab Rody
This kit introduces mobile suits from Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans: Urdr Hunt, a mobile game and spin-off of the popular Iron-Blooded Orphans series.
The “Rodi” Mobile Suits are grunt units often seen in the show, and the “Monkey Rodi (598 units)/Monkey Crab Rodi” are variants piloted by a character called 598.
Interchangeable parts allow the kit to be displayed as either variant.
It is scheduled for released in November 2025 and will be priced at 1,870 yen ($12.98 USD / £9.60 GBP).
Update: Bandai have revealed more details regarding pre-orders and full color images of the completed models.
HG 1/144 Gundam Zagan
Also from Urdr Hunt, the Gundam Zagan is a new addition and features a distinctive design with a pair of huge transforming shields.
It is scheduled to be released in December 2025 and will be priced at 3,080 yen ($21.39 USD / £15.81 GBP).
Update: Full color images have been provided as well as confirmation that pre-orders are now open for the Gundam Zangan gunpla kit.
While the Urdr Hunt game closed in January 2024, it was announced in November that an anime adaptation is currently planned.
The reveal of these new kits are the latest of several announcements covering the 45th anniversary of the series, which have included the announcement of new “Gundam GQuuuuuuX” Gunpla kits and the continuation of special projects such as the “Gundam x Hatsune Miku” collaboration.
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