The original box art for the 2000 HGUC Gouf release.
The HGUC MS-07B Gouf model kit, released in 2000 as part of Bandai's acclaimed High Grade Universal Century (HGUC) line, stands as a cornerstone in Gunpla history. This model is a testament to the engineering of its era, offering modelers a building experience that encapsulates early 21st-century design priorities, focusing on aesthetic fidelity and straightforward assembly.
Product Information
Price: 800 JPY
Release Date: April 2000
Scale: 1/144
Size: Approx. 12.63 cm (4.97 inches)
Series: Mobile Suit Gundam
Line: High Grade Universal Century
Product Type: Regular Sale
Key Features
The model showcases several distinct mechanisms. The mobile suit's characteristic mono-eye can be moved left and right by first removing the top part of the head. Its most iconic weapon, the Heat Rod, is made from a flexible, elastic material that allows it to be bent and posed dynamically, simulating its use as a whip in combat.
Presents the assembled HGUC Gouf model in a neutral pose.
The shield serves not only a defensive function but also as a storage compartment for the Heat Sword. Additionally, the grip of the Zaku MMP-78 machine gun can be set in two different positions by rearranging its parts, adding a degree of customization. Although its articulation is limited compared to modern kits, especially at the waist and knees, its design prioritizes a faithful representation of the original anime's bulky Mobile Suit appearance.
Showcases the Heat Rod's flexibility as described in the article.
Kit Contents
- Parts to build the MS-07B Gouf
- Zaku MMP-78 Machine Gun
- Shield
- Heat Sword
- Heat Rod
- Right hand parts (trigger finger, sword-holding)
Highlights Gouf's articulation and included weapons.
About the MS-07B Gouf
The MS-07B Gouf is a mass-produced mobile suit designed by the Zeonic Company for the Principality of Zeon, specifically for ground combat. Its development aimed to create a superior replacement for the MS-06F Zaku II on the terrestrial front during the One Year War, optimizing it for close-quarters combat. The Gouf surpassed the Zaku II in speed, power output, and melee capability. However, due to high manufacturing costs, it was eventually replaced as the mainstay of Zeon's ground forces by the more economical and versatile MS-09 Dom. Its most iconic pilot was the Zeon ace Ramba Ral, whose clash with the RX-78-2 Gundam demonstrated the formidable power of this mobile suit.
Illustrates the Gouf's design and Heat Rod placement.
Displays the Heat Sword stored within the Gouf's shield.
The HGUC Gouf is a classic kit that captures a pivotal moment in Gunpla history. What are your thoughts on this early High Grade release? Let us know in the comments below!
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Sources
- Gunplapedia. "HGUC MS-07B Gouf (2000)" (Accessed August 24, 2025)
- MechaBay. "MS-07B Gouf – Mobile Suit Gundam" (Accessed August 24, 2025)
- ZakuAurelius. "1/144 HGUC Gouf review" (Accessed August 24, 2025)
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