INFORMATION
BANDAI SPIRITS' HOBBY division has announced the latest addition to its original assembly model series '30 MINUTES MISSIONS ,' known for its quick assembly, easy modification, and mass-production appeal. The newest model is the "30MM 1/144 bEXM-40 Novab [Green]," scheduled for release in June 2026.
Designed by mechanical designer Kenjiro Ebikawa, the new bEXM-40 Novab is the new main production machine of the Byron Army in the story's background, and it also succeeds the "Portanova" as the flagship machine of the 30MM series Byron Army. This machine was developed from the special forces armor and close combat armor of the Portanova, and is specialized in functionality and expandability.
The "30MM 1/144 bEXM-40 Novab [Green]" is built to beginner-friendly specifications, allowing for easy assembly without the need for pliers. It features a molded part design that allows for easy removal of parts by hand, simplifying the composition of parts and connection points for faster and easier assembly. The finished Novab boasts a stylish proportion and silhouette, high-density armor surface detail, and utilizes molded parts in shades of green, dark green, and clear yellow.
The arms are equipped with cannons and grappling hooks integrated with the shields, and are also the "Sentinels," a support machine characteristic of the 30MM series. When separated, they have an adorable stag beetle-like shape. In addition, there are many common 3mm connection holes and connecting shafts throughout the body, allowing for free modification of the machine using 30MM series weapon accessories to create unique specifications.
30mm 1/144 bEXM-40 Novale [Grin]
Suggested Retail Price: ¥1,430 (tax included)
Estimated Release Date: June 2026
Product Specifications: 1/144 scale assembly model
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