HG 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom EW – Endless Waltz’s Desert Warrior Returns in Modern HG Form

Among the iconic mobile suits from Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz, Gundam Sandrock Custom EW stands out with its noble design, flowing Anti-Beam Coating Cloak, and deadly twin Heat Shotels. After years of waiting, Bandai Spirits has finally brought Quatre Raberba Winner’s legendary machine into the modern High Grade lineup with the HG 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom EW, giving fans a fresh and highly detailed interpretation of one of the most beloved Endless Waltz Gundams.

Release Date: June 2026
Grade: High Grade (HG)
Scale: 1/144
Series: Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz
Price: 4,180 Yen

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A Long-Awaited Endless Waltz HG Release

The Endless Waltz redesign of Sandrock is widely regarded as one of the most stylish interpretations of the Gundam Wing team. Designed with Hajime Katoki’s signature aesthetics, the mobile suit features a sleeker silhouette, enhanced mobility, and its distinctive cloak that gives it the appearance of a futuristic desert warrior. Unlike heavily armed Gundams, Sandrock Custom focuses on close-combat efficiency, relying on agility and precision rather than overwhelming firepower.

For many collectors, this release is particularly exciting because it helps complete the modern HG representation of the Endless Waltz Gundam lineup. Its arrival marks another major step in Bandai’s ongoing celebration of the Gundam Wing legacy.

Key Features of the HG 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom EW

New W-Series Frame
Bandai developed the kit using a newly designed W-series internal structure that significantly improves articulation and stability. Dynamic action poses are easy to achieve, especially when recreating Heat Shotel attacks and dramatic cloak poses.

Flexible Anti-Beam Coating Cloak
One of the standout features is the newly engineered cloak material. Instead of relying on rigid plastic pieces, Bandai uses a softer material that allows more natural movement and expressive posing while maintaining the iconic appearance seen in Endless Waltz.

Signature Heat Shotels
The twin Heat Shotels are included with effect parts that recreate their heated combat state. Combined with the wide shoulder articulation, builders can recreate many of Sandrock’s memorable battle poses straight from the animation.

Excellent Color Separation
Like recent modern HG releases, the kit features impressive color accuracy out of the box. The gold, white, black, and red color scheme is well separated, minimizing the need for additional painting while still providing a highly display-worthy result.

Why Gunpla Collectors Should Pay Attention

Sandrock Custom EW offers a unique combination of elegance and combat presence. The flowing cloak creates a silhouette unlike any other Gundam in the Wing universe, while the updated engineering makes it significantly more poseable than older releases.

Whether you’re building a complete Endless Waltz team, collecting Gundam Wing kits, or simply looking for a visually distinctive HG model, this release delivers both nostalgia and modern Gunpla technology in one package. Community reactions have been overwhelmingly positive, with many builders praising the improved cloak design and anticipation for the rest of the Endless Waltz HG lineup.

Final Thoughts

The HG 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom EW successfully modernizes one of Gundam Wing’s most iconic mobile suits while preserving everything fans love about its Endless Waltz design. From its newly engineered frame and flexible cloak to its detailed Heat Shotels and impressive articulation, this kit captures the spirit of Quatre’s legendary Gundam in a way that feels both faithful and fresh.

For Gundam Wing enthusiasts and Gunpla collectors alike, this is easily one of the standout HG releases of 2026 and a worthy addition to any Endless Waltz collection.

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