This item is a R8245 Sapphire Decoder from our Hornby Decoder Range.

Decoder Features

• High Frequency back-emf motor control - high frequency to reduce audile noise
• Low speed gear for shunting operations
• 14, 28 and 128 speed steps
• Operation on conventional DC layouts
• Provides 1A continious motor current and 1.5A stall.
• Four function outputs rated at 200mA each. Total current sum of function outputs is 500mA
• Directional or independant lighting, featurng dimming and extensive special effects
• Advanced consist control and extended addresing
• Support for all forms of programming as described in NMRA RP-9.2.3
• 21-pin connector (8-pin converter supplied)

Hornby is the name in model railways that everyone knows, it is synonymous with the manufacture of all aspects of the model railway hobby. Whilst ownerships have come and gone, the brand name remains an integral part of the hobby and they are one of the leading manufacturers in the UK market.