From Mobile Suit Gundam, the MS-05B Zaku I represents one of Zeon’s early mass-production mobile suits, developed before the MS-06 Zaku II became the frontline standard. This version is finished in the Black Tri-Stars colors associated with Gaia, Ortega, and Mash, bringing a distinct “elite unit” identity to the older Zaku I silhouette.
The HGUC Zaku I (Black Tri-Stars Type) translates that early-model character into a build focused on clean structure and reliable posing. The armor layout is simple and readable, which helps the finished model look coherent straight out of the box, and the joint design supports natural stances and grounded action poses without feeling fragile.
What builders tend to appreciate most is how the kit’s classic grunt-suit feel pairs with a complete, practical weapon loadout. It’s a strong option if you want variety beyond Zaku II kits, and it works especially well when displayed alongside other Zeon units to show the visual evolution of the line from early to late One Year War machines.
Included Accessories
105mm Zaku Machine Gun ×1
Zaku Bazooka ×1
Bazooka Rack ×1
Heat Hawk ×1
Sturm Faust ×1
Knuckle Shield ×1
Alternate Head Parts ×1 set
Interchangeable Hands ×1 set
Decal Sheet ×1
General Specifications
| Manufacturer | Bandai |
| Kit Grade | High Grade Universal Century (HGUC) |
| Model | MS-05B Zaku I (Black Tri-Stars Type) |
| Anime Appearance | Mobile Suit Gundam |
| Finished Height | Approx. 15 cm |
| Parts Count | Medium |
| Recommended Skill Level ** | Beginner to Intermediate |
| Estimated Build Time * | Approx. 2–3 hours |
| Box Dimensions | 31 × 19.2 × 7 cm |
| Release Date | 2006 Aug |
| Weight | 320 g |
| JAN | 4573102606617 |
Notes
* Estimated build time is based on parts count, kit grade, and in some cases on Mecha Universe staff build experience. It is provided as a general reference only and should not be considered an absolute value.
** All kits share the same fundamental assembly principles and difficulty level. However, depending on the number of parts, part size, and overall complexity, some kits may be more comfortable for beginner, intermediate, or advanced modelers. This classification is provided solely as a guidance indicator based on Mecha Universe staff experience. Beginners can start with any kit, including more complex releases.
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