Can I build the Predator: Badlands Blaster?
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What this video covers
Creator attempts to faithfully replicate the Weyland-Yutani blaster from Predator: Badlands, working from on-screen reference stills and modifying their design along the way to chase accuracy. The build centers on resin 3D printing, including a standout transparent blue sight element produced with UV resin. The video follows a challenge format — fabrication, finishing, wiring, and a final comparison against the movie prop — rather than presenting a definitive studio-quality replica. It's an honest, story-driven build log that celebrates the creative process as much as the result.
Key takeaways
- ◆Resin 3D printing (specifically UV resin) is used to achieve the distinctive transparent blue sight element
- ◆The builder studies movie stills for reference and iteratively modifies the design for better screen accuracy
- ◆A side-by-side comparison with the film prop bookends the build, giving viewers a clear sense of how close the result gets
- ◆The project covers the full prop-making pipeline: research, printing, prepping, wiring, and finishing
- ◆This is framed as a personal challenge and fan build, not a professional studio replica
Who this is for
Prop-making enthusiasts, Predator franchise fans, and cosplayers interested in resin 3D printing and screen-accurate sci-fi weapon replicas.
Tools mentioned
- • Creality Halot X1 resin 3D printer
Materials mentioned
- • UV resin
- • transparent blue resin
⚠ Safety notes
UV resin printing requires adequate ventilation and protective gloves when handling uncured resin.
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