Machine Robo Gachapon - Series 1

Plastic Construction Mini Model Kits

In 1985 Bandai released a series of twelve, no glue required, mini plastic model kits in two series based exactly (or in some cases very closely) on existing Machine Robo Series figures. The models were sold only in Japan and predominantly through Gachapon capsule vending machines as well as a small number of other limited outlets. Each was issued in a number of single colours and both series instruction guides included an image showing hand painted examples. A sticker sheet was not included with the models.

Gachapon / Gashapon is the name given to coin operated, capsule ball dispensing vending machines found most commonly and in huge numbers in Japan. Gachapon is the colloquial name for the machines while Gashapon is the officially licensed name to Bandai Namco. Both names originate from the sounds the machines make when used:

Gasha/Gacha relates to the sound of the crank dial being turned and Pon the sound of the capsule ball falling into the catchment area.

Gachapon in an institution in Japan where the humble toy in capsule ball vending machine has been elevated to a culturally significant level; many other sites explain and explore this in great detail.

 

Region Codes Used: JP Japan

 

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BANDAI GACHAPON SERIES 1 KITS

1 Dump Robo Gachapon JP Bandai 1985
2 Jet Robo Gachapon JP Bandai 1985 - 6.75 cm
3 Ambulance Robo Gachapon JP Bandai 1985
4 Submarine Robo Gachapon JP Bandai 1985
5 Shinkansen Robo Gachapon JP Bandai 1985
6 Eagle Robo Gachapon JP Bandai 1985
7 Steam Robo Gachapon JP Bandai 1985 - 7.5 cm
8 Porsche Robo Gachapon JP Bandai 1985 - 6.5 cm

 


 

Machine Robo Gachapon Series 2 Instructions

 

JET ROBO - Blue Bootleg
Capsule Toy Kit

Jet Robo Blue Bootleg Mini Model Kit in Robot Mode Jet Robo Blue Bootleg Mini Model Kit in Space Ship Mode

 

JET ROBO - Red Bootleg
Capsule Toy Kit

Jet Robo Red Bootleg Mini Model Kit in Robot Mode Jet Robo Red Bootleg Mini Model Kit in Space Ship Mode

 

SHINKANSEN ROBO - Green
Bandai Gachapon Kit

Shinkansen Robo Green Bandai Gachapon Model Kit in Robot Mode Shinkansen Robo Green Bandai Gachapon Model Kit in Bullet Train Mode
Shinkansen Robo Green Bandai Gachapon Model Kit

 

EAGLE ROBO - Blue
Bandai Gachapon Kit

Eagle Robo Blue Bandai Gachapon Model Kit in Robot Mode Eagle Robo Blue Bandai Gachapon Model Kit in Fighter Jet Mode
Eagle Robo Blue Bandai Gachapon Model Kit

 

STEAM ROBO - Blue
Bandai Gachapon Kit

Steam Robo Blue Bandai Gachapon Model Kit in Robot Mode Steam Robo Blue Bandai Gachapon Model Kit in Train Mode
Steam Robo Blue Bandai Gachapon Model Kit

 

STEAM ROBO - Red Bootleg
Capsule Toy Kit

Steam Robo Red Bootleg Mini Model Kit in Robot Mode Steam Robo Red Bootleg Mini Model Kit in Train Mode

 

STEAM ROBO - Bootleg
Kinder Surprise Kit

Loco / Steam Robo Bootleg Kinder Surprise Model Kit in Robot Mode Loco / Steam Robo Bootleg Kinder Surprise Model Kit in Train Mode

 

PORSCHE ROBO - Yellow Bootleg
Capsule Toy Kit

Porsche Robo Yellow Bootleg Mini Model Kit in Robot Mode Porsche Robo Yellow Bootleg Mini Model Kit in Race Car Mode
Porsche Robo Yellow Bootleg Mini Model Kit

 

 

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