Hornby R8243 Surface Mounted Point Motor

Jadlam Racing Models (852273)
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Designed to be positioned either side of any Hornby point. Maybe be used with the Hornby R8216 Digital Point / Accessory decoder. If in doubt consult the Hornby Helpline. Hornby Trains Sets. SURFACE MOUNTED POINT MOTOR.

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Product Information

The Hornby R8242 Surface Mounted Point Motor is an essential to your model railway kit. This piece can be placed either side of any Hornby point, providing you with a convenient way to power your tracks. Suitable for use with DC analogue operation with the R044 Lever Switch, or in combination with the R8216 Digital Point decoder. Once fitted, see your track configurations come alive.

Product Identifiers

BrandHornby
MPNR8243
GTIN5010963482435, 5060233102051, 0784311756787
UPC5010963482435, 5060233102051, 0784311756787
eBay Product ID (ePID)2255303374

Product Key Features

Year Manufactured2017
Rail SystemTwo-Rail System
Power TypeDC
Time Period Manufactured2020-Now
ColourBlack
GaugeOO
VintageNo
Track FormStraight
FeaturesLight function
Scale1:76
MaterialPressed Steel, Plastic
Control SystemAnalogue
TypePoint Motor

Dimensions

Item HeightNot Specified
Width0.7cm
Length9.4cm
Item Weight50g

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  • Most favourable review

    Miniature point motor

    Small, compact, a bit fiddly but if fitted with care, work well. The solenoid inside is very small and can easily be restricted in movement if not carefully positioned aligned with the point/turnout tie bar. If screwed down too hard to the base board this can also restrict movement. Follow Horny's instructions and you'll be OK.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • Most critical review

    OK ish. NEAT AND COMPACT BUT A BIT FLIMSY.

    It's OK; It's neither good or bad, neither good or bad value and of slightly flimsy quality. There are only 3 wires, one common (black), so one cannot wire a basic capacitor discharge unit such as those I made. Hornby expect you to use their tacky passing contact switches. The unit can be opened up and rewired, i've found, but it's a tricky job and needs delicacy.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • Good but has drawbacks

    This is a good basic point motor with little hassle to fit to your layout, my only criticism is that it will really only fit on Hornby points, if using Bachman or Peco points the small lever will not fit onto the tie bar, so either you have to change the point (expensive) or fit a Peco point motor, (nearly as expensive).

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • Good value for quality product

    I have purchased a number of these over the past 12 months and had a problem with only one which seemed to stick so was in danger of burning out. otherwise seem pretty reliable but require careful operation of the throw switch. Caution do not leave control throw switch in a central position as this particular model of point will burn out in a matter of seconds

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • Small and easy to use when fitted.

    No fiddling about or leaning across the layout,just push the button of the point you want. Easy as that its great,I think there super.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • Easy to install and strong action if used with a CDU

    Good strong action but needs to be driven with a CDU. Can't recommend using with the Hornby lever switch. Easy to install and reliable so far - I have 5 units. Connection leads are rather delicate but no problem if handled with care. All in all - a success!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • Point Motors

    when fitted is not unsitley, can be a bit fiddley to connect and care must be taken to ensure all wires are making contact. Perhaps the price is a bit on the high side when you consider you need switches, plus a cdu and a transformer to give you a voltage (suggest 24v) than that provide by the 15v auxillary feed on the controller, as each point is operated, the controller resets itself.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • Point motors

    Do the job, perhaps a bit fiddly to position correctly when lines run closely together. They have a good positive action when positioned correctly.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • Small point motor

    Compact Hornby point motor, will also fit Peco points.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • Works very well

    Could do with slightly larger holes to fasten down, had a problem finding screw's small enough.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned