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

Revell Snaptite Build and Play Halo 5 Pelican Model kit - (85-1767)

Revell Space Shuttle 1 to 72 Scale Model Kit

Revell Special Edition 1957 Ford Custom 2n1 Model Kit

Revell Visible V-8 Engine 1 4 Scale 85-8883 Shrink-Wrapped

Revell Visible V-8 Engine 1/4 Scale With Moving Pistons And Crank Model Kit

Revell Visible V8 Engine Plastic Model Kit 1/4 Scale Factory 8883

Revelle Starsky and Hutch Ford Torino 1:25 Model Kit

SR-71 Blackbird exhaust nozzles for Revell kit 1/48 Reskit RSU48-0294

Square Enix NieR:Automata: Flight Unit Ho229 Type-B and 2B Model Kit

TAM20071 Tamiya 1/20 Scale Porsche 935 Valliant Model Kit

TAMIYA 61125 1/48 Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II

TAMIYA 78013 1:350 Bismarck Battleship Ship Plastic Model Kit

Tamiya (TAMIYA) 1/48 Lockheed P-38 F/G Lightning Aircraft Kit - 61120

Tamiya 1/12 Big Scale 23 Ferrari 312t4 12025

Tamiya 1/12 Motorcycle Series Honda Rc166 GP Racer 113

Tamiya 1/24 Ford Mustang GT4 Kit

Tamiya 1/24 Sports Car Series No. 345 MERCEDES AMG Gt3 Plastic Model 24345

Tamiya 1/24 VOLVO 850 Estate BTCC 4950344241620 Sports Car Series No.162 24162

Tamiya 1/32 Vought F4U-1 Model Kit - 60324

Tamiya 1/35 French Main Battle Tank Leclerc Series 2 Kit Tam35362 4950344353620

Tamiya 1/35 German Panther Ausf D Tank Tam35345

Tamiya 1/35 Russian Kv1 Model 1941 Early Production Heavy Tank Tam35372 -

Tamiya 1/350 Imperial Japanese Navy Battleship Yamato Kit 78030 Japan

Tamiya 1/350 USS Missouri Battleship - Multicolor

Tamiya 1/6 Motorcycle Series No.20 Honda CB750F Model Car 16020

Tamiya 12033 1/12 Renault RE-20 Model Kit

Tamiya 12051 1/12 Model Kit Nissan Fairlady Z 240ZG Street-Custom w/PE Parts

Tamiya 14138 1/12 Honda Motorcycle

Tamiya 14141 1/12 Model Kit CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP 30th Anniversary

Tamiya 300024355 McLaren Senna Car Model Assembly Kit

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