Which Evangelion RG Kit Should You Build?
Bandai's Real Grade line brings the Evangelion units to life with intricate linked parts that mimic muscle movement. Two standout options are the RG Evangelion Unit-02 (Production Model) and the RG Evangelion Unit-00 DX Positron Cannon Set. Both deliver the signature RG articulation, but they serve different display and build preferences. Here's how they compare based on what's actually in the box.
What's Included: Unit-02 vs. Unit-00 DX Set
- RG Evangelion Unit-02: Includes pallet rifle, thunder spear (with folding gimmick), progressive knife (new model for Unit-02), umbilical cable, realistic decal, and 7 pairs of hand parts (right and left). The head is divided into small parts for color reproduction by assembly alone.
- RG Evangelion Unit-00 DX Positron Cannon Set: Includes the 2nd Experimental Positron Cannon and Type G equipment for Unit-01 to recreate Operation Yashima. Also includes parts from Evangelion 1.0, pallet rifle, two progressive knives, umbilical cable, and 6 types of hands. This set is a larger bundle with extra weaponry and crossover parts.
Key Articulation Features at a Glance
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Bandai Evangelion RG - Evangelion Production Model EVA Unit-02: EVA Unit-02 features a sinking structure on the back of the knee that reduces armor interference when the legs move. When legs open, internal muscle-imaging parts work together for a natural standing figure. This engineering allows more dynamic, crouching or running poses without visible part clash, ideal for action displays.
Bandai Evangelion RG - Evangelion Production Model EVA Unit-02
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Bandai Evangelion RG - Evangelion Unit-00 DX Positron Cannon Set: RG Evangelion Unit-00 has linked parts construction that represents relaxation and contraction of muscle fibers. Spine and shoulder blades move with arms and chest, shifting to prevent obstruction. This creates a realistic humanoid range of motion, especially for crouching and running poses, matching the on-screen movement of Unit-00.
Bandai Evangelion RG - Evangelion Unit-00 DX Positron Cannon Set
What the Supplied Information Doesn't Confirm
Neither kit's catalog record specifies assembly difficulty, recommended age (beyond general model kit experience), or whether paint or glue is required. The Unit-02 record notes color reproduction by assembly alone for the head, suggesting good part separation, but full color accuracy for the Unit-00 DX set isn't detailed. If you're new to Real Grade kits, expect small parts and careful nub cleaning, but specific build time or skill level isn't confirmed here.
Which One Fits Your Build Goals?
Choose the RG Evangelion Unit-02 if you want a standalone build with a wide range of motion, a thunder spear with a folding gimmick, and a new progressive knife design. It's a more focused kit that captures Unit-02's aggressive poses.
Pick the RG Evangelion Unit-00 DX Positron Cannon Set if you want extra firepower, particularly the massive positron cannon, and parts that also work with RG Unit-01. The set includes two progressive knives and extra hands, making it a better value if you plan to display multiple Evangelion units or recreate Operation Yashima.