Threezero's Robo-Dou Patlabor figure line continues with the Griffon Aqua Unit, a variant of the antagonist labor announced in July 2026 for pre-order and Q1 2027 shipment.
The Robo-Dou line from threezero, focused on the Patlabor franchise, has added a new variant of the Griffon labor. Announced on July 2, 2026, the Griffon Aqua Unit is a 1/35 scale action figure with a zinc alloy die-cast frame, 60 points of articulation, cloth covers with weathering, and metallic paint on round details. Pre-orders opened the same day at 25,490 yen, with shipment scheduled for Q1 2027.
The figure is a variant of the standard Griffon, featuring a newly sculpted Aqua Unit equipment configuration and upgraded paintwork. This release expands the Robo-Dou Patlabor lineup, which includes other Patlabor mecha figures from the series. The line is known for its detailed die-cast construction and high articulation count.
No other Robo-Dou announcements have been made since this one. The line continues to focus on Patlabor mecha, with no indication of expansion into other franchises or character figures. The Griffon Aqua Unit is the most recent addition to the series.
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Threezero has announced a new Robo-Dou action figure of the Griffon from Patlabor, this time equipped with a newly sculpted Aqua Unit. The 1/35 scale figure features a zinc alloy die-cast frame with 60 points of articulation, cloth covers with weathering, and metallic paint on round details. Pre-orders open July 2, 2026, with shipment scheduled for Q1 2027 at 25,490 yen.
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