ARII – AR705 – Breast Chaser (Galvion)

Description:

The ARII 1/72 Breast Chaser, kit number AR705, was released in 1984 as part of the Galvion Series inspired by Tokuso Kihei Galvion. This kit represents one of the secondary transformable units operated by the support team in the series, combining a compact, angular vehicle mode with a humanoid robot form. Like most mecha in the Galvion lineup, the Breast Chaser features a sharp, stylized silhouette that aligns closely with its animated counterpart, emphasizing speed and mobility over brute force.

The kit is molded in a single off-white plastic typical of ARII’s production at the time. Assembly requires glue, and while construction is relatively simple, it benefits from test fitting and minor sanding to clean up seams, especially around the legs and torso components. Transformation between vehicle and robot mode is achieved via part-swapping rather than articulated engineering, in line with other kits of its generation.

Detail is modest, with raised panel lines and minimal surface texture. Articulation is basic—limited to a few joints that allow for a standing pose in robot mode, but not much more. Decals are sparse and painting is essential to bring the kit in line with its appearance in the show, particularly for the dark and vibrant color blocking used in animation.

As a vintage kit, the Breast Chaser is more of a nostalgic piece than a precision model. It appeals most to fans of early 1980s sci-fi anime or collectors building a full Galvion lineup. While the name may raise a few eyebrows today, the design itself stands as a solid example of the era’s unique blend of vehicle and robot aesthetics.