{"product_id":"lightning-buster-gundam-seed-freedom-bandai-hg","title":"LIGHTNING BUSTER GUNDAM \"SEED FREEDOM\", BANDAI, HG","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📅 RELEASE DATE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapan Release Date:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e September 21, 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bandai Spirits\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e High Grade (HG)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1\/144\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e GAT-X1022 Lightning Buster Gundam\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePilot:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dearka Elthman\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnit Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heavy Artillery Mobile Suit\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Japanese Retail Price:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ¥2,860 (tax included)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Snap-Fit Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📦 BOX COVER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe box art showcases the powerful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightning Buster Gundam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e equipped with its impressive array of heavy artillery weapons. Its distinctive dark green armor, contrasting light-colored sections, and massive cannons give it a commanding battlefield presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artwork highlights the mobile suit's long-range combat specialization, with its large cannons deployed and its body positioned for a devastating barrage. The overall design captures the machine's appearance in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where Dearka Elthman returns to battle in an upgraded artillery-focused mobile suit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🖼️ PRODUCT APPEARANCE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHG 1\/144 Lightning Buster Gundam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings the upgraded Buster-type mobile suit from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e into Bandai's High Grade model kit lineup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiloted by Dearka Elthman, the Lightning Buster Gundam is designed around overwhelming ranged firepower. Its recognizable green armor, large shoulder-mounted artillery, waist-mounted beam guns, and missile storage compartments create a silhouette that stands apart from conventional mobile suits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis HG release combines detailed exterior molding with practical articulation and several weapon-deployment mechanisms. The large cannons can unfold from their stored configurations, while movable support arms allow them to be positioned near the shoulders or waist for different firing poses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rear missile hatches also open to expose the stored missile warheads, adding another layer of mechanical detail to the completed model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightning Buster Gundam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an upgraded Buster-type mobile suit featured in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Operated by Dearka Elthman, it continues the Buster line's focus on powerful ranged weapons and sustained artillery attacks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBandai's HG 1\/144 model kit recreates this heavily armed machine with a combination of detailed parts separation, movable weapon mounts, and the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSEED Action System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which is designed to support dynamic poses inspired by the Gundam SEED series.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than relying on a simple static arrangement of cannons, the Lightning Buster's equipment includes several moving mechanisms. Its large cannons unfold from compact storage positions, and their articulated arms allow them to be brought forward for firing poses. The waist beam cannons can also be displayed in their deployed configuration by replacing their barrel parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese features give builders multiple ways to display the Lightning Buster, from a compact equipment-storage pose to an imposing full-artillery configuration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚙️ SEED ACTION SYSTEM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kit incorporates Bandai's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSEED Action System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an internal joint structure designed to reproduce the dramatic movement and combat poses associated with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMobile Suit Gundam SEED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe articulation supports a variety of standing, aiming, and firing poses. A particularly useful feature is the independently movable left and right hip connection shafts, which slide vertically to help the legs achieve wider and more dynamic positions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes it easier to create stable, expressive poses while displaying the mobile suit's heavy equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎯 DEPLOYABLE LARGE CANNONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Lightning Buster Gundam's large cannons are among its most distinctive features.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cannons can unfold from their compact stored configuration into their extended firing positions. Their articulated support arms allow the weapons to be arranged near the shoulders or waist, giving the model several different heavy-artillery silhouettes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese movable mounts help reproduce the Lightning Buster's signature firing stance and make the kit especially appealing to builders who enjoy mechanical weapon gimmicks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💥 WAIST-MOUNTED BEAM CANNONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe waist-mounted beam cannons add another layer of ranged firepower to the mobile suit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kit includes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereplacement barrel parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that allow the cannons to be displayed in their deployed configuration. This small but effective gimmick provides a clear visual difference between the stored and firing states.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombined with the larger cannons, the waist beam guns create the Lightning Buster's characteristic multi-weapon configuration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🚀 REAR MISSILE HATCHES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rear of the mobile suit features opening hatches that reveal the missile warheads stored inside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis mechanism adds mechanical depth to the backpack and rear armor while providing an additional display option.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilders can open the hatches to emphasize the Lightning Buster's missile-launching capabilities or leave them closed for a cleaner exterior appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎨 DETAILED COLOR SEPARATION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kit uses molded plastic parts to reproduce the Lightning Buster Gundam's distinctive color scheme.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts green armor and contrasting mechanical details are separated through the parts design, helping the assembled model achieve a recognizable appearance straight from the box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStickers are included for additional details. Builders who want an even more refined finish can further enhance the model with panel lining, paint, or optional waterslide decals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔧 KEY FEATURES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLightning Buster Gundam from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiloted by Dearka Elthman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Grade 1\/144-scale model kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSEED Action System for dynamic posing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndependently sliding left and right hip connection shafts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge cannons unfold from their stored configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMovable cannon support arms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCannons can be positioned near the shoulders or waist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist beam cannons with replaceable barrel parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpening rear missile hatches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMissile warheads visible when the hatches are open\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed molded armor and mechanical parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor separation through parts division\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStickers included for additional markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnap-fit assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo glue required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🧰 INCLUDED EQUIPMENT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHG 1\/144 Lightning Buster Gundam components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist Beam Gun Barrel Parts ×2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSticker Sheet ×1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly Instruction Manual ×1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote: The large cannons and missile compartments are integrated into the model's equipment. The two waist beam gun parts are the officially listed replacement barrel components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📦 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Line:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e High Grade\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrade:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e HG\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1\/144\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e GAT-X1022 Lightning Buster Gundam\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePilot:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dearka Elthman\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bandai Spirits\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapan Release Date:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e September 21, 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Japanese MSRP:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ¥2,860 (tax included)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Snap-Fit Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not required\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisplay Base:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sold separately\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👥 PERFECT FOR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM fans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDearka Elthman fans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuster Gundam and Lightning Buster collectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHG Gunpla builders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/144-scale Gundam collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFans of heavy artillery mobile suits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilders who enjoy deployable weapon mechanisms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollectors creating a SEED FREEDOM mobile suit lineup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModelers interested in dynamic action poses and mechanical details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔥 FINAL NOTE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHG 1\/144 Lightning Buster Gundam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an excellent choice for collectors who appreciate heavily armed mobile suits and the distinctive mechanical designs of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts unfolding large cannons, adjustable weapon mounts, deployable waist beam guns, and opening missile hatches provide plenty of display possibilities in a compact 1\/144-scale kit. The SEED Action System also helps the model achieve dramatic firing poses that emphasize its artillery-focused design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether displayed in its stored configuration or fully equipped for battle, the Lightning Buster Gundam makes a striking addition to any HG Gunpla collection and is a must-have for fans of Dearka Elthman and the Buster mobile suit lineage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eCAUTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis item is a model kit and requires assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease handle with care and store out of the reach of children younger than 15 years old.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis product may contain small parts. May be harmful if swallowed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis product may contain parts that have sharp points and edges. 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