Ever get that feeling that your grunts could use a little heavy support? Now's your chance! The 1-144 GM Cannon conversion kit takes the1-144 HGUC GM kit (HGUC-20) and turns up the ordnance. Much like the description in MSV, these conversion parts either clamp on existing kit parts or replace them. The leg armor clamps on top of the kit leg and ankle armor, allowing for a good range of foot motion, but notably shifting the center of mass downwards for a more stable firing platform. The waist armor replaces the kit front armor, and has the option to be glued in place as per the original MSV, or given some articulation. The torso armor replaces the kit upper torso parts, with a minor modification of the lower torso parts (clipping the protruding pegs). As the GM Cannon has a variety of barrels in the different depictions, 3 different cannon barrels are available. The cannon itself has a range of motion of +25° / -15°, offering a lot of posing possibilities. The head antennae may be the trickiest to align, so be sure to use a slow acting glue. The left side chest vent has a part available, or you can use the kit part as you choose.
While these parts typically press fit and articulate where needed, gluing is always recommended for long term posing, as frequent repositioning starts wearing the resin down quite quickly. Additionally, depending on your printer tolerances, you may need to adjust a few parts by filing edges.
Released on April 21, 2023