KMS Railtech Reviews 

972
TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Looking at 76 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the excellent service, highlighting helpful and knowledgeable staff who often go the extra mile. Many appreciate the quick and efficient delivery, noting that items arrive promptly and are consistently well-packaged. Reviewers also find the pricing competitive and reasonable, often describing the products as high quality and superb models. However, some customers also noted significant issues with order fulfillment, including long waiting times and items being out of stock despite appearing available online. A few other people also felt that communication was poor, with difficulties reaching customer service or receiving updates, sometimes leading to unaddressed refund requests or unreceived items.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I ordered two Revolution Trains Tourax JNA Wagons from KMS Railtech, I had a phone call from tem to say they had sold of that model, they were very helpful and sorted the problem out. The wagons arriv... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service as KMS is proactive in meeting customer needs. Left order for product which was out of stock (everywhere). Later, KMS telephoned to say they had sourced an alternative product at hig... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Lenz DCC product I ordered is not widely stocked or available. KMS Railtech accepted my order with the caution that not enough were in stock and a delivery would be required from Lenz and in due... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had to wait quite a while for a Pre order for Hornby to release this Railroad class 73 Network South East loco. KMS Railtec kept me updated throughout the process. The locomotive has a striking... See more


Company details

  1. Model Train Store
  2. Hobby Store
  3. Model Shop

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KMS Railtech is based in Alford, Aberdeenshire. We are Scotland's Digital Model Railway Specialists, stocking models in 2mm N gauge, 4mm OO gauge and 7mm O gauge. We also stock DCC (Digital Command Control) equipment, Decoders, Point Motors and Track. We are on a mission to modernise Modern Image O Gauge! With our range of 7mm project ongoing, we're sure we've something to interest you!


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have waited 13 days for a fairly…

I have waited 13 days for a fairly simple order. Was informed two days after ordering that some items out of stock - wire!. I have telephoned twice and left a message, but call back or email has not been forthcoming. Does anyone answer their phone? Poor customer service. I have no idea if my order will be fulfilled soon.

February 7, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful & Efficient Service.

Despite initial panic when informed items were on "backorder" my email was obviously read and all the items were dispatched promptly. Have arrived in good time for birthday. Many thanks for the excellent service.

February 6, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Customer relations needs work.

I do find it most annoying when items show stock only to be notified after paying there not ! I'd ordered numerous items then got notified on back order, what exactly, I had no idea. After a week or so of no comms I inquired as to what exactly was waiting on.. no comms again for a week or so, 19 days later with request to cancel finally got an answer, turns out after ordering 16 items mainly track, kept me waiting on a couple of packs of joiners, seriously? You know your're spending hundreds of pounds, you might think to keep customer relations , sorry about that have 5/10% off your next purchase, nothing, and if I order track that's coded in a pack and listed in a pack, I expect to recieved it in a pack! or otherwise would expect it to be cheaper and told it would be wrapped together with elastic band ! Won't be in any rush to use again.

January 29, 2025
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very poor service!

Item ordered from website but was not in stock and called a "pre-order". I tried to cancel the order with them but they didn't respond. I tried phoning several times, but the phone was never answered. In the end I gad to claim money back via PayPal.
What can I say. Very poor service. Why not answer emails or pick up the phone?
Reading the reviews, it seems you either get brilliant service, or none at all. Mine was an unsatisfactory experience. I hope you fare better!

January 20, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible service

I ordered some Peco turnouts off their website which was showing 13 items in stock with a 48 hour delivery time. After 2 weeks of trying to get someone to answer the phone having had zero response to numerous messages, emails etc I was informed that despite what the website says the items were out of stock and were still awaiting supplies from Peco. Now 3 weeks later I still have not received my order and no support whatsoever from customer service. Will persevere as they have my money but would never order from them again.

January 4, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not impressed

Hassle from the start, took three months to get what other shops had in stock. Communication none existent and emails ignored.

January 8, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A very good service

The order was placed on Sunday evening and items arrived Wednesday morning despite the country being covered in snow. Items were securely packaged to withstand delivery. A good price for the items.

January 6, 2025
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Caveat emptor

As a previously satisfied, returning customer, I can't quite believe the service (or the lack of it) I received this time for a web-based order.

Item ordered was shown with good stock availability so when it didn't arrive within a couple of weeks, I contacted KMS for an update. Their initial response was prompt but confusing - claimed item had just sold-out but if I was prepared to wait "a few days" they would get it for me. I replied that I was happy to wait but pointed out to them that the item was still showing in stock on their web page.

Two weeks later I politely asked for another update - this time I got no response at all even though item still showing as in stock.

Two further weeks later (now 4 weeks after original order) I asked for another update but got no response. By this time, stock levels, according to their web page, had risen above what they were when I first ordered ...

I've given up hope of receiving my item or receiving any customer service (I've tried telephoning also but no one answers or responds to messages left) so I've raised a case with my credit card company to hopefully get a refund.

I'm disappointed for them as much as myself - what a let-down.

December 3, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Buyer beware …

Three months ago I ordered a pack of TTA tankers from them but still nothing has arrived. After a month I emailed them and received a nonsense reply. Three weeks later I emailed again to find out what was going on but no reply. A couple of weeks later I emailed again but still nothing. I tried phoning but only an answerphone, left a message but still no response. Obviously they have no intention to supply the item, but as I cannot contact them I can't even get a refund. Other model shops have had these in the whole time and I should have used one of those, which I will be doing in the future if this farce is ever resolved.

January 5, 2025
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Over a month, and still waiting

Placed an order on the 23rd November, for over £310.

Didn't hear from KMS nor could I contact them until the 2nd December, when I was told they didn't have stock of some of the ordered items. Partial order was dispatched on the 5th December. Spoke with someone on the 13th who informed me the items would be in stock on the 18th. At time of writing, it is the 24th December, and still haven't had the remainder of the order shipped.

December 5, 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service

I placed an order late yesterday morning yesterday 19th December and paid a very reasonable amount for both the product I ordered (PECO Points) and the postage They arrived today 20th at lunchtime, in Bucks.
Well packaged and protected. Amazing service and I will definitely shop here again.

December 20, 2024
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