1/1200 Magellan Class Battleship - 1980 Vintage Original (Red Logo)
The Flagship of the Federation: A Time Capsule of the One Year War
Command the fleet that turned the tide at Solomon and A Baoa Qu. At Dragoon Gaming, we are proud to offer a rare vintage original 1/144 Magellan Class Battleship. Originally released in October 1980 as part of the "Best Mecha Collection" (#9), this kit is a cornerstone of Gunpla history. This is the authentic 1980s release, featuring the Red Bandai Logo and the original matte-finish box art prized by serious collectors and mecha historians.
Authentic 1980s "Old Kit" (Kyu-kitto) Craftsmanship
The Magellan was the pride of the E.F.S.F., serving as the command vessel for General Revil. This 1/1200 scale model represents the dawn of the hobby, requiring plastic cement (glue) and paint to complete. Molded in a nostalgic Federation blue-grey, the kit captures the industrial, heavy-artillery aesthetic of the Federation’s space-faring armada with its signature seven twin-barrel mega particle cannons.
Why this 1980 Vintage Original is a Must-Have:
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Authentic Red Logo Box: A verified first-era release with the original matte box texture and 300-yen price mark.
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Miniature Fleet Units: Includes tiny 1/1200 scale miniature models, featuring three RGM-79 GMs and two RB-79 Ball units to accompany the battleship.
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Unbuilt & Complete: All parts remain on their original 1980 runners in pristine, unbuilt condition—a rare find in the UK.
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Flagship Scaling: Perfectly scaled to display alongside other vintage ship kits like the 1/1200 Salamis or the 1/1200 White Base.
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Investment Grade: As one of the "First Ten" kits ever produced in the Best Mecha Collection, "Red Logo" Magellans are high-value assets for mecha historians.
How to build:
As a traditional 1980s kit, the Magellan requires hobby glue. At Dragoon Gaming, we recommend Tamiya Extra Thin Cement to maintain the integrity of the 45-year-old plastic. For a screen-accurate finish, we suggest a light grey or sky-blue spray primer followed by hand-detailing the yellow engine thrusters and red bridge sensors.
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