Macross Plus YF-19

In the Macross Plus storyline, the YF-19 Advanced Variable Fighter was an entrant in the Project Super Nova contest administered by the UN Spacy group. After a few mishaps, accidental deaths, and an unauthorized trip, the YF-19 was eventually chosen as the fighter model to replace the VF-11 Thunderbolt as regulation issue fighter for the UN Spacy.

Yamato has opened preorders for a reproduction of the 1/60 scale YF-19 transformable toy where the mech changes from battroid to gerwalk to fighter mode. At 1/60 scale, the YF-19 measures 30cm or 11.81 tall and weighs 2500g or 5.51 lbs. The mech features an off-white patina with red trim and is constructed of die-cast metal and ABS plastic. Preorders are welcome to ship in mid-late December 2006 at JPY18800 or US$179.