Question 1

What do Gunpla grades like HG, RG, MG, and PG mean?

Accepted Answer

They're Bandai's grades for Gundam model kits, describing size, detail, and complexity rather than build quality. High Grade (HG) kits are the simplest and most affordable, usually at 1/144 scale. Real Grade (RG) packs a detailed inner frame into that same small size. Master Grade (MG) is larger, typically 1/100, with more detail, and Perfect Grade (PG) is the largest and most intricate, usually 1/60. Higher grades generally cost more.

Question 2

What scales do model kits come in?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the subject. Military vehicles are often 1/35, aircraft are commonly 1/48 or 1/72, and cars are frequently 1/24. The box usually lists the scale, which affects both the finished size and the price.

Question 3

Does it matter if a kit is sealed or started?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A factory-sealed kit is the most desirable. For an opened or started kit, value depends on whether all the parts, decals, and instructions are still there, so check the photos and condition notes carefully.

Question 4

Are old or discontinued model kits worth more?

Accepted Answer

They can be. Once a kit goes out of production the supply dries up, and sought-after or rare subjects can climb above their original price, especially when sealed. A started or incomplete kit is worth less, so completeness matters. Comparing current listings is the best way to see what a specific kit is going for.

Models & Kits

Tamiya M18 Hellcat 1/35 Tank Destroyer Model Kit

Tamiya M41 Walker Bulldog Model Kit

Tamiya Mcdonnell F-4 C/D Phantom II 1/32 Scale Airplane Kit - 60305

Tamiya Models Nashorn 8.8cm Pak 43/1 (Sd.kfz.164)

Tamiya Russian Heavy Tank KV-2 1/35 Plastic Model - Green (35375)

Tamiya Scale Limited Series 1/35 Soviet M4A2 76 W Sherman Tank with 6

Tamiya Suzuki Ecstar GSX-RR '20 1/12 Plastic Model Kit (14139)

Tamiya TAM35373 1/35 French Light Tank Model Kit - Green

Tamiya TAM61118 1/48 Grumman F-14D Tomcat Model Kit

Tamiya TM60317 Mitsubishi A6M2B Zero Fighter Model Aircraft

Tamiya TMYTAM35246 Model Kit - Brown/Black

Tamiya Tam35340 35340 1/35 German Jagdpanzer Iv/70 Lang FS

Tamiya Tyrrell 003 1971 Monaco GP 1:12 Model Kit - Blue (12054)

Tamiya USA 155mm Self-propelled Artillery M40 Big Shot Mm351

Tamiya WWI British Tank Mk.IV Male with Single Motor 1:35 Model Kit -Multicolor (30057)

The Spirits HGUC Bandai Mobile Suit Gundam Gaiden Missing Link Tori Slitter

Toy Soldiers Model Kit 1/35 German SdKfz 250/3 Greif Halftrack Tamiya 35113

Vintage Revell Hot Rod Tony Nancy Hall of Fame Dragsters Model Kit 7502 1987

Vintage Revell Robert E Lee Steamboat Ship H323 Plastic Model Kit 1972

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