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Prototype Eras
Era 5 (1956 to 1966) British Railways Late Crest
Era 6 (1967 to 1972) British Rail Blue (Pre-TOPS)
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)
Commer was a British manufacturer of commercial vehicles between 1905 and 1979. Originally based in South London before expansion and relocation to Luton, their vehicles included anything from a small van to heavy commercial trucks, military vehicles and buses. This 1:76 model comes in bright pillar box red with gold lettering on the sides, including the GR Royal Cipher and Crown
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Oxford Diecast Commer PB Royal Mail – 1:76 Scale
The model, identified by manufacturer part number 76PB008, is a 1:76 scale replica of a Commer post‑bag van painted in bright pillar‑box red with gold lettering. The side panels bear the GR royal cipher and crown and the model is described as representing the British Rail blue (pre‑TOPS) period, although the livery shown is the classic Royal Mail red.
Commer was a British builder of commercial vehicles from 1905 to 1979. Founded in South London before moving to Luton, the company produced a wide range of vehicles including small vans, heavy trucks, military transports and buses. This diecast version reflects the company's historic role in delivering mail across the United Kingdom.