Bandai 1:12 Star Wars R4-M9 Astromech Droid

Hi, Everyone!

Bandai has been releasing a bunch of astromech droid kits so far this year as part of their Droid Collection series.  First there was Rocket Booster Version R2-D2, then R4-I9, R2-Q5, R5-J2, and recently R2-Q2.  The latest kit was just released last month...R4-M9 as it appeared in Episode IV: A New Hope!

  • 1:12 scale
  • Includes sticker sheet
  • Includes display base
  • 2000 yen (currently about $19.00 U.S.D.) MSRP
  • September 26, 2019 release

Check out the attached pictures for official pictures!

Available now so check with your favorite model kit exporters such as HobbyLink Japan and Hobby Search for orders.

Stay tuned...

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