Gunpla Lineup August 2026: 4 New Kits Worth Adding to Your Collection
August 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting month for Gunpla builders, with a lineup that mixes a long-awaited After War Gundam X mobile suit with three special ENTRY GRADE Ukiyo-e Package Ver. releases.
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Whether you enjoy building modern HG kits, collecting iconic Gundam designs, or simply want an easy and fun kit for a weekend build, this month’s lineup has something interesting to offer.
Here are four Gunpla releases to watch in August 2026, including their release dates, grades, series, key features, and pre-order information.
HG 1/144 Gundam Leopard
Grade: High Grade (HG)
Scale: 1/144
Series: After War Gundam X
Release Date: August 8, 2026
A Heavy-Firepower Classic Finally Gets a New HG Kit
One of the biggest highlights of the Gunpla August 2026 lineup is the HG 1/144 Gundam Leopard, based on the GT-9600 from After War Gundam X.
The Gundam Leopard is very different from the typical high-mobility Gundam. Instead of focusing on speed or close-combat weapons, its design is built around one thing: overwhelming firepower.
Bandai new HG release features a modern sculpt, updated color separation, and multiple weapon deployment gimmicks. The kit includes opening and closing mechanisms for several weapon compartments, allowing builders to display the Leopard in a heavily armed configuration.
One of the standout features is the massive Inner Arm Gatling. It can be displayed in its stored position on the backpack and deployed into its firing configuration on the arm, giving the model a much more aggressive silhouette.
Other weapons and gimmicks include the shoulder missile launcher, chest-mounted Gatling guns, knee missiles, leg-mounted missile pods, and additional weaponry throughout the body.
Why it stands out: If you love heavily armed mobile suits, Gundam X, or HG kits with lots of mechanical gimmicks, Gundam Leopard is easily one of the most interesting Gunpla releases of August.
ENTRY GRADE RX-78-2 Gundam [Ukiyo-e Package Ver.]
Grade: Entry Grade (EG)
Scale: 1/144
Series: Mobile Suit Gundam
Release Date: August 29, 2026
A Classic Gundam With a Japanese Art-Inspired Presentation
The iconic RX-78-2 Gundam returns in a special ENTRY GRADE Ukiyo-e Package Ver., combining one of the most recognizable mobile suits in the franchise with traditional Japanese-inspired packaging and new Japanese-pattern stickers.
The kit itself uses the beginner-friendly ENTRY GRADE design. Its touch-gate construction allows many parts to be removed without traditional nippers, while the efficient part separation helps reproduce the Gundam’s colors directly from the runners.
Despite its simple construction, the ENTRY GRADE RX-78-2 is designed with impressive articulation, making it easy to recreate dynamic poses.
The package version doesn’t completely reinvent the model itself. Instead, the appeal comes from the combination of the accessible ENTRY GRADE kit, collectible packaging, and newly included Japanese-style stickers.
Why it stands out: This is a great option for beginners, casual builders, or collectors who want a special presentation of the original Gundam without jumping into a more complex grade.
ENTRY GRADE Wing Gundam [Ukiyo-e Package Ver.]
Grade: Entry Grade (EG)
Scale: 1/144
Series: Mobile Suit Gundam Wing
Release Date: August 29, 2026
Wing Gundam Meets Traditional Japanese Style
Next up is the ENTRY GRADE Wing Gundam [Ukiyo-e Package Ver.], bringing the Wing Gundam from New Mobile Report Gundam Wing into this special August collection.
Like the RX-78-2 version, this release features new Ukiyo-e-inspired packaging and Japanese-pattern stickers while retaining the approachable ENTRY GRADE construction.
The Wing Gundam ENTRY GRADE is designed around efficient part separation, allowing the color scheme to come together naturally during assembly. It also maintains the easy-to-build philosophy of the ENTRY GRADE series while offering good articulation and multiple weapons.
Why it stands out: Wing Gundam has a huge international following, and this special package gives collectors another reason to add an ENTRY GRADE version of the classic mobile suit to their collection.
ENTRY GRADE Strike Gundam [Ukiyo-e Package Ver.]
Grade: Entry Grade (EG)
Scale: 1/144
Series: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED
Release Date: August 29, 2026
The fourth highlight is the ENTRY GRADE Strike Gundam [Ukiyo-e Package Ver.], representing Mobile Suit Gundam SEED in this special lineup.
Strike Gundam is one of the franchise’s most recognizable mobile suits, and the ENTRY GRADE version focuses on straightforward assembly while maintaining the proportions and articulation expected from a modern Gunpla.
The Ukiyo-e Package Ver. includes new Japanese-style packaging and stickers, giving the standard ENTRY GRADE Strike Gundam a more collectible presentation.
The kit also includes its signature Beam Rifle and Shield, making it ready for classic Strike Gundam poses straight after assembly.
Why it stands out: For Gundam SEED fans, this is an affordable and beginner-friendly way to add Strike Gundam to the collection while getting a unique Japanese-art-inspired package.
| GUNPLA | GRADE | SERIES | RELEASE DATE |
|---|---|---|---|
| HG 1/144 Gundam Leopard | HIGH GRADE | After War Gundam X | August 8, 2026 |
| ENTRY GRADE RX-78-2 Gundam [Ukiyo-e Package Ver.] | ENTRY GRADE | Mobile Suit Gundam | August 29, 2026 |
| ENTRY GRADE Wing Gundam [Ukiyo-e Package Ver.] | ENTRY GRADE | New Mobile Report Gundam Wing | August 29, 2026 |
| ENTRY GRADE Strike Gundam [Ukiyo-e Package Ver.] | ENTRY GRADE | Mobile Suit Gundam SEED | August 29, 2026 |
Which August 2026 Gunpla Should You Pick?
Each kit targets a slightly different type of builder.
For heavy weapon lovers:
Go for the HG Gundam Leopard. Its extensive weapon deployment gimmicks make it the most mechanically interesting release in this lineup.
For beginners:
The ENTRY GRADE RX-78-2 Gundam is an excellent starting point thanks to its simple construction, touch-gate system, articulation, and recognizable design.
For Gundam Wing fans:
The ENTRY GRADE Wing Gundam Ukiyo-e Package Ver. combines a classic 1990s Gundam design with a unique collectible presentation.
For Gundam SEED fans:
The ENTRY GRADE Strike Gundam Ukiyo-e Package Ver. is an easy-to-build and affordable way to add the iconic Strike to your collection.
Final Thoughts
August 2026 brings an interesting mix of classic Gundam designs, beginner-friendly Gunpla engineering, and modern HG gimmicks.
The HG 1/144 Gundam Leopard is arguably the biggest highlight for builders who enjoy detailed mechanical designs and heavy weaponry. Meanwhile, the three ENTRY GRADE Ukiyo-e Package Ver. kits offer something different: familiar mobile suits presented with a distinctly Japanese visual identity.
Whether you’re building your first Gunpla or adding another version of a favorite mobile suit to your shelf, August has plenty to look forward to.
Keep an eye on your favorite hobby stores and consider pre-ordering early, especially for releases you’re particularly excited about.
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