Bomag BW211 PD-40 Compactor

Presented here is the 1:50th scale Bomag BW211 PD-40 single drum compactor which has been produced in China for Bomag. The model features a raised padfoot drum and an open ROPs canopy with seated driver which is a novel addition, although the detailing of the figure is a little lacking and the dark clothing doesn't help.

The rear tyres have a chevron patterned tread pattern with engine grills highlighted with black printing while the wheel centres are also highlighted in black. The safety grab railings are a little thick and made of plastic, as is most of the driver's station.

The padfoot drum is quite nicely detailed with an articulating chassis and freely rotating drum and wheels. It is a pity that this replica has not been produced to the same quality standards and detail level as the Bomag BF800C tracked paver and for me, this is a step in the wrong direction. The paint finish is reasonable with clear printing of the Bomag logos and machine's designation.