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

Bandai 2521850 1:144 Gundam Zeong Model Kit

Bandai 2809259 1 144 RG Wing Gundam Zero "Gundam Wing" Plastic Model Kit

Bandai 4549660116288 1 100 MG Impulse Gundam Blanche

Bandai 4549660195689 MG Gundam TR 1 Hazle Breaks

Bandai BAN164564 Model Kit

Bandai BAN181597 Sinanju Model Kit - Red

Bandai Ban076371 Rx-79 Gundam Ground Type Gunpla Master Grade Model Kit

Bandai EX Model 1/144 United Nation Troops Gundam Trailer

Bandai Event Limited Edition MG 1/100 Gundam Deathsize Hell EW Special Coating

Bandai God Gundam Model Kit - 2583477

Bandai Gundam - Jesta Cannon MG 1/100 Model Kit Figure (RGM-96X)

Bandai Gundam 00 Seven Sword Sword/g 1/60 PG Grade Model Kit

Bandai Gundam 1/1000 Scale Model Kit

Bandai Gundam Astray Red 4 inch Model Kit - 202321

Bandai Gundam Astray Turn Red MG 1 100 Ban224809

Bandai Gundam Barbatos Gundam Iron-Blooded Orphans MG 1:100 Scale Model Kit

Bandai Gundam Base Limited RG 1/144 Unicorn Gundam Perfectibility Model Kit

Bandai Gundam Char's Zaku II 12 in Model Kit - MS-06S

Bandai Gundam HG 1/144 GM Cannon Space Assault Specification 4573102555267

Bandai Gundam Master Grade Zeta 1/100 Model Kit - 2615240

Bandai Gundam Seed Destiny 1/100 Scale Model Kit - BAN151244

Bandai Gundam Ver. RM 1:100 Model Kit

Bandai Gunpla High Grade HGGBM 1/144 Gundam Chimera Typhoeus TYP-G12/CMR

Bandai Gunpla MG Gundam Master Grade 3.0 RX-78-2 1/100 Scale Colored Plastic Model (GUN61610)

Bandai HG 1/144 Gundam FSD The Origin MSD Model Kit 4573102591548

Bandai HG 1/144 Gundam Gremory Plastic Model (2553527)

Bandai HG 1/144 Gundam TR-6 Wondwart Psycho Blade Custom A.O.Z.RE-BOOT Ver.

Bandai HG 1/144 Hundred Formulas Gold Coating Gundam Base Limited 026

Bandai HG 1/144 MS-06F Zaku II F Type LeSean & Unidentified Type RFV Model Kit

Bandai HG 1/144 Ms-11 Act Zaku Plastic Model Kit Gundam The Origin MSV Bann24804

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