bigdaveadams1 Posted February 2, 2014 Share Posted February 2, 2014 Hi all, I'm thinking of investing in a couple of their 2HAP models. I just wonder if anyone has any views on their Southern Region EMU models. I also notice they have plenty of AC models. They are expensive, but offer excellent value if comparing them to a RTR kit, such as a Bratchell offering. Cheers Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
black and decker boy Posted February 2, 2014 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I have their tamper and inspection saloon and can say they are well built and finished models and worth the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigdaveadams1 Posted February 2, 2014 Author Share Posted February 2, 2014 I have their tamper and inspection saloon and can say they are well built and finished models and worth the money. Cheers BDB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSE DAZ Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Hi Dave Just wondering did you ever make the HAP purchase? if so what did you think of it. Any one have any views of the Britannia pacific range? Cheers Darren NSE DAZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowlander Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Hi Darren I have the tamper unit and some of their exclusive departmental coaches. I therefore can thoroughly recommend the models and the level of service. Stephen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRDBLUE17 Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Hi Daz, I took the plunge after seeing a couple of models Stephen above had bought and now have Observation saloon Amanda a network rail UTU and DBSO coach and all are superb models and well worth the money in my opinion. Thanks Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hampshire Hog Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 I have a Tamper and an NSE Inspection Saloon and I think both are superb and worth the money. I don't think I could build either from scratch or modify something else for the money that you pay Brittania Pacific. And don't forget the NSE Inspection Saloon is based on a different prototype than the latest Bachmann superb offering. Best regards Kevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PenrithBeacon Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Their web site is not at all informative. Regards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold cambo74 Posted October 14, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 14, 2014 Sorry have to disagree there - what are they not being informative about ?? Have ordered a few items from them all done to a good standard and excellent communication .. Dont know what you want to know extra that is not on the website ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tase Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Their web site is not at all informative. Regards It might be basic compared to other websites but I found that all the info I needed was there. Besides which Peter is very amiable and answered any question I had either on the phone or by email. I've had 7 items from him and everyone of them was built to a very high standard - this tamper is awesome! I've no connection to BPM other than a very satisfied customer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PenrithBeacon Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 It might be basic compared to other websites but I found that all the info I needed was there. Besides which Peter is very amiable and answered any question I had either on the phone or by email. I've had 7 items from him and everyone of them was built to a very high standard - this tamper is awesome! I've no connection to BPM other than a very satisfied customer. Due to the negative tone in the responses to my post above, I had another look. I now find that you have to go to 'site map' in order to find out the details of their products. I wasn't expecting that, but it's true that all the stuff is listed and very good it looks too. Perhaps a not very intuitive website, but it is informative once you have stumbled onto its little secret. Regards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin_R Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 I have the Tamper, various inspection saloons and departmental stock and find them excellent. Apart from the Tamper most of the other models do need further detailing such as foot boards, roof conduits, door handles and grabs etc. I guess if Peter fitted these items as standard then the unit cost would be much higher and would not be viewed as good value. With my BPM inspection saloons I asked Peter not to fix body to chassis so I could finish the external and internal detailing - I found him very helpful in all my requests. Martin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
159220 Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 I have to say Peter of Britannia Pacific Models is utterly fantastic. I have had him make up a few tampers for myself from Jonathan Buckie's 08-16 Tampers. For the detail and service you receive it is a brilliantly fair price and I am outstandingly chuffed with my Plassers. His coaches, especially the Network Rail range are fantastic too. I hightly recommend anyone considering ordering something from Britannia Pacific to do so! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaGrange Posted October 30, 2015 Share Posted October 30, 2015 Has anyone ordered anything from them lately? Cant get in contact be phone or email Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSE DAZ Posted October 30, 2015 Share Posted October 30, 2015 Has anyone ordered anything from them lately? Cant get in contact be phone or email Hi LaGrange Spoke to Peter via email a couple of days ago so he is still up and running - Saying that he is very busy and have just managed to secure a March build date with him!! On the subject of Britannia Pacific Models I must say Peter is a top guy! I have purchased a 4CIG and a class 207 and these have been constructed to a very high standard. I had an issue with the 207 my fault not BPM Peter sorted this issues out with no hassle, fantastic after sales. All the best Darren NSE DAZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaGrange Posted October 30, 2015 Share Posted October 30, 2015 Hi LaGrange Spoke to Peter via email a couple of days ago so he is still up and running - Saying that he is very busy and have just managed to secure a March build date with him!! On the subject of Britannia Pacific Models I must say Peter is a top guy! I have purchased a 4CIG and a class 207 and these have been constructed to a very high standard. I had an issue with the 207 my fault not BPM Peter sorted this issues out with no hassle, fantastic after sales. All the best Darren NSE DAZ Cheers, just after a price for a kit, will keep trying. Have already emailed and the phone rings out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSE DAZ Posted October 30, 2015 Share Posted October 30, 2015 Cheers, just after a price for a kit, will keep trying. Have already emailed and the phone rings out No problem - Email always seem to be the best form of contact and from my email trails I have noticed emails are normally answered twice a week and normally quite late a night. Cheers Darren NSE DAZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted October 30, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 30, 2015 I've had two Brake Tenders from Petert @ PM. Both to finished condition including Decals. First class and excellent value. Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Hawkins Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 I can also highly recommend Peter's modelling skills, I have received three Brake Tenders from BPM and an observation saloon (Caroline) and this morning a 57' Network Rail Track Inspection Saloon arrived, all have been constructed to a very high standard and i will be ordering more models from him in the near future, I've always found Peter a real pleasure to chat to over the phone and he is always very helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Going2theDogs Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 I have a few of their snow ploughs admittedly purchased a few years ago, & very fine models they are too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Storey Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 I bought an unrefurbished 4CEP from Peter some years ago, some time before the Bachmann version. Whilst it was so welcome as a unique RTR, and saved me having to make another attempt at building a DC Kits version again, ran well out of the box and gave me great pleasure, it does not stand close comparison these days with the more detailed Bachmann offering, unless one spends considerable time detailing each vehicle. I see he has already dropped this (leaving only the refurbished version) and one or two other models from the range, such as the Class 73, in view of competing offerings. Nonetheless, I fully intend to purchase a 4CEP refurbished version from him, and possibly a 4BEP and 6L or 6B, when funds allow. BPM continues to provide niche models and that is where it should focus. I would particularly like him to produce a 4 SUB one day, which no-one else appears to intend, and as a De-icer/weedkilling unit, it would be even more welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSpencer Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 I was not aware of this make until someone bumped the thread back up. Thanks for bringing this to the fore. The danger is, I could easily spend a a fortune with them. 4-EPB 4-BEP 4-CEP refurbished 4-CIG etc etc My oh my...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Legend Posted November 15, 2016 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 15, 2016 Yes likewise. I was introduced to this brand a few months ago through a thread in RMWeb . Didn't know of it's existence until then. Contemplating a DBSO and possibly a 303 Glasgow Blue a Train , if still available Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRDBLUE17 Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 Hi everyone, Just wanted to add my thanks to Peter on yet another superb model that arrived today. I have wanted to add the Network Rail Inspection Saloon 999508 for a while and finally ordered one towards the end of last year. Will need to select a suitable pair of DRS tractors so it can get a run out on Rannoch. These models are well worth waiting for to add something a little unique to the fleet. All the best Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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