--- product_id: 38980955 title: "Bandai Hobby MG 1/100 PSYCHO Zaku Ver Ka Gundam Thunderbolt Building Kit" brand: "bandai spirits" price: "$471.25" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/38980955-bandai-hobby-mg-1-100-psycho-zaku-ver-ka-gundam store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 13-inch imposing size 7+ weapon types included 35 runners with intricate parts Bandai Hobby MG 1/100 PSYCHO Zaku Ver Ka Gundam Thunderbolt Building Kit **Brand:** bandai spirits **Price:** $471.25 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Own the Psycho Zaku: Where bold design meets ultimate build mastery! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Bandai Hobby MG 1/100 PSYCHO Zaku Ver Ka Gundam Thunderbolt Building Kit by bandai spirits - **How much does it cost?** $471.25 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/38980955-bandai-hobby-mg-1-100-psycho-zaku-ver-ka-gundam) ## Best For - bandai spirits enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted bandai spirits brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Arsenal of Power:** Includes beam bazooka, 3 giant bazookas, heat hawks, and more for ultimate battle realism. - • **Mechanical Mastery:** 35 runners with detailed joints, power pipe covers, and articulated sub-arms for dynamic posing. - • **Next-Level Detailing:** Realistic cable insulation and sole-mounted claws deliver a tactile, immersive build experience. - • **Epic Scale & Presence:** A commanding 13-inch build that dominates your display shelf. - • **Collector’s Dream Kit:** Official Bluefin licensed with 10 vinyl covers and dual display stands to showcase your pride. ## Overview The Bandai Hobby MG 1/100 PSYCHO Zaku Ver Ka Gundam Thunderbolt is a premium Master Grade model kit featuring a 13-inch articulated figure with an extensive arsenal including beam bazookas, heat hawks, and storm fausts. Designed by Hajime Katoki, it boasts 35 runners, realistic joint and power pipe covers, and unique articulated sub-arms. Perfect for serious collectors and Gundam enthusiasts seeking a standout centerpiece with official Bluefin Distribution licensing. ## Description From the anime and manga "Gundam Thunderbolt," the Psycho Zaku has been designed with heightened proportion and features by mechanical designer Hajime Katoki. unique aspects to this release include giant special booster seen only in the animation, completely articulated sub-arms that can fold into backpack, realistic joint and power pipe covers, and sole mounted-claws. weapons include beam bazooka, 3 giant bazookas, 2 Zaku machine Haws, 2 heat Hawks, 3 Storm fausts, display 2 types of display stands. Runner x 35, water slides, 10 vinyl covers, Springs for leg pipes. Review: P. Zaku's ambitious and bold design results in a sturdy and functional kit that stands out from the crowd. - This is a very expensive kit, but when you buy it, you know where your money went. You are not paying for rarity. You are not paying for gimmicks, experimental engineering, or exclusivity. You are paying for plastic.1 giant Dom Beam Bazooka. 3 Large Dom Bazookas. 3 Grenades. 2 Zaku machine guns. 2 heat hawks, AND 2 regular Zaku bazooka which are not part of the official arsenal but work great with the kit. The legs have layer upon layer of unseen detail. It's unreal. Also, the cable insulation gimmick was WAY more fun and satisfying than I was anticipating. I thought it would have a rubbery, garbage-bag like texture. But, actually, the insulation tubing cover has a very firm, hard plastic feel. More akin to a drinking straw. Very very cool. And very satisfying. If you've done as many kits as I have over the years, you're always looking for something in a Gundam kit you've never seen before... a total new experience. This is one that you won't forget! I think this is a divisive kit, but not because of he kit itself but rather because of the source material. What it comes down to is whether or not you like Psycho Zaku as a concept. Most people's complaints about this kit come from the fact that they have personal issues with the design and look of the kit. However, if you love Pzycho Zaku, this is a dream come true. Psycho Zaku happens to be one of my favorite mobile suits, so I couldn't ask for more. With a collection that has highly-regarded Master Grades like Nu Gundam Ver Ka, Turn A, and Freedom 2.0 among many more, I can say with certainty that this is now the main attraction. The one complaint I might agree with is that the backpack precludes you from posing with the Dom Beam Zook. You can't really get it over the shoulder because it gets blocked. Fortunately, the utility arms on the backpack can hold the cannon with no issue. Thanks to the included zaku zooks, you can show off the gimmick with the utility arms without having to take weapons from the thruster tanks.Basically, you can have your cake and eat it too. Review: Great overall product - It's a great kit overall, but you have to know what you are getting yourself into. If you're a fan of the thunderbolt line then chances are you'll adore the product. Pros: - based on the 2.0 zaku. Yes, the base kit is from a decade ago, but the modifications are plentiful and feel fresh enough (I've done three 2.0 zakus so I'm quite familiar). It's solid. - it's huge, and the final product does stand out from the rest of the mastergrade lineup. It displays very well. Cons - price is rather high, but isn't too out of line from other bandai kits this size. - as mentioned, it is based on the older 2.0 zakus, so there will be plenty of extra pieces left unused. - the main beam bazooka (shown in the main image) cannot be held up, as the arms cannot carry the weight. - I'm not huge into accessories with gundam kits. However it's pretty clear to anyone that more than half the kit is the huge backpack and weapons. I knew this going in, so it was more or less enjoyable. based on my honest opinion, I'd give this kit an overall 4/5 or 4.5/5 stars. However the 5 star assessment is to balance the 1 star review, which I don't think is fair. The kit is not without its flaws. And I would have obviously enjoyed it more had it been a 3.0. However, having done dozens of MGs in the past, I can definitively give this kit a thumbs up; you just gotta like the looks and know what you're getting. ## Features - Product size: approx. 13" Long - Weapons include beam bazooka, 3 giant bazookas, 2 Zaku machine Haws, 2 heat Hawks, 3 Storm fausts, display 2 types of display stands. - Runner x 35, water slides, 10 vinyl covers, springs for leg pipes. - Product bears official Bluefin Distribution logo ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01LEQLBNS | | Additional Features | Giant special booster, articulated sub-arms, realistic joint and power pipe covers, sole mounted-claws | | Age Range Description | 180 months to 760 months | | Brand Name | BANDAI SPIRITS | | Color | Multicolor | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 402 Reviews | | Educational Objective | Team Building Skills | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04549660094319 | | Included Components | 1 Model Kit, Runners, Stickers, Instructions | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Is Assembly Required | Yes | | Item Dimensions | 13 x 6 x 8 inches | | Item Type Name | Gunpla Master Grade Model Building Kit | | Item Weight | 2 Pounds | | Manufacturer | BLVAO | | Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 760.0 | | Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 180.0 | | Manufacturer Part Number | BAN209431 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | No Warranty | | Material Type | Vinyl | | Model Name | MG 1/100 PSYCHO Zaku Ver Ka Gundam Thunderbolt | | Model Number | BAN209431 | | Model Year | 2017 | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Power Source | No power source | | Set Name | Gundam Thunderbolt Ver Ka | | Size | 18cm | | Sub Brand | Gundam | | Subject Character | Gundam | | Supported Battery Types | No batteries required | | Theme | Anime | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Images ![Bandai Hobby MG 1/100 PSYCHO Zaku Ver Ka Gundam Thunderbolt Building Kit - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61buHJh89NL.jpg) ![Bandai Hobby MG 1/100 PSYCHO Zaku Ver Ka Gundam Thunderbolt Building Kit - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71bJtARplfL.jpg) ![Bandai Hobby MG 1/100 PSYCHO Zaku Ver Ka Gundam Thunderbolt Building Kit - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61XktkZDGHL.jpg) ![Bandai Hobby MG 1/100 PSYCHO Zaku Ver Ka Gundam Thunderbolt Building Kit - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61oJH-Ek4XL.jpg) ![Bandai Hobby MG 1/100 PSYCHO Zaku Ver Ka Gundam Thunderbolt Building Kit - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Eto-ysVZL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ P. Zaku's ambitious and bold design results in a sturdy and functional kit that stands out from the crowd. *by M***W on June 25, 2018* This is a very expensive kit, but when you buy it, you know where your money went. You are not paying for rarity. You are not paying for gimmicks, experimental engineering, or exclusivity. You are paying for plastic.1 giant Dom Beam Bazooka. 3 Large Dom Bazookas. 3 Grenades. 2 Zaku machine guns. 2 heat hawks, AND 2 regular Zaku bazooka which are not part of the official arsenal but work great with the kit. The legs have layer upon layer of unseen detail. It's unreal. Also, the cable insulation gimmick was WAY more fun and satisfying than I was anticipating. I thought it would have a rubbery, garbage-bag like texture. But, actually, the insulation tubing cover has a very firm, hard plastic feel. More akin to a drinking straw. Very very cool. And very satisfying. If you've done as many kits as I have over the years, you're always looking for something in a Gundam kit you've never seen before... a total new experience. This is one that you won't forget! I think this is a divisive kit, but not because of he kit itself but rather because of the source material. What it comes down to is whether or not you like Psycho Zaku as a concept. Most people's complaints about this kit come from the fact that they have personal issues with the design and look of the kit. However, if you love Pzycho Zaku, this is a dream come true. Psycho Zaku happens to be one of my favorite mobile suits, so I couldn't ask for more. With a collection that has highly-regarded Master Grades like Nu Gundam Ver Ka, Turn A, and Freedom 2.0 among many more, I can say with certainty that this is now the main attraction. The one complaint I might agree with is that the backpack precludes you from posing with the Dom Beam Zook. You can't really get it over the shoulder because it gets blocked. Fortunately, the utility arms on the backpack can hold the cannon with no issue. Thanks to the included zaku zooks, you can show off the gimmick with the utility arms without having to take weapons from the thruster tanks.Basically, you can have your cake and eat it too. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great overall product *by A***F on March 25, 2017* It's a great kit overall, but you have to know what you are getting yourself into. If you're a fan of the thunderbolt line then chances are you'll adore the product. Pros: - based on the 2.0 zaku. Yes, the base kit is from a decade ago, but the modifications are plentiful and feel fresh enough (I've done three 2.0 zakus so I'm quite familiar). It's solid. - it's huge, and the final product does stand out from the rest of the mastergrade lineup. It displays very well. Cons - price is rather high, but isn't too out of line from other bandai kits this size. - as mentioned, it is based on the older 2.0 zakus, so there will be plenty of extra pieces left unused. - the main beam bazooka (shown in the main image) cannot be held up, as the arms cannot carry the weight. - I'm not huge into accessories with gundam kits. However it's pretty clear to anyone that more than half the kit is the huge backpack and weapons. I knew this going in, so it was more or less enjoyable. based on my honest opinion, I'd give this kit an overall 4/5 or 4.5/5 stars. However the 5 star assessment is to balance the 1 star review, which I don't think is fair. The kit is not without its flaws. And I would have obviously enjoyed it more had it been a 3.0. However, having done dozens of MGs in the past, I can definitively give this kit a thumbs up; you just gotta like the looks and know what you're getting. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hey, it’s pretty friggin good. *by A***M on March 17, 2025* Insane kit. Definitely worth the time and patience. ## Frequently Bought Together - Bandai Hobby MG 1/100 PSYCHO Zaku Ver Ka Gundam Thunderbolt Building Kit - Full Armor Gundam (Gundam Thunderbolt Ver.) (Ver. 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