---
product_id: 14707240
title: "Hornby R8213 Select DCC Control Unit"
brand: "hornby"
price: "€ 13.17"
currency: EUR
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 7
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/14707240-hornby-r8213-select-dcc-control-unit
store_origin: IE
region: Ireland
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# OO Gauge Dimensions 220V AC Power DCC Compatible Hornby R8213 Select DCC Control Unit

**Brand:** hornby
**Price:** € 13.17
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🚂 Elevate Your Model Railway Game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Hornby R8213 Select DCC Control Unit by hornby
- **How much does it cost?** € 13.17 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/14707240-hornby-r8213-select-dcc-control-unit)

## Best For

- hornby enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hornby brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Powerful Performance:** Delivers 1 amp of 15V AC power to keep your trains running smoothly.
- • **Unleash Your Creativity:** Transform your model railway experience with seamless DCC control.
- • **User-Friendly Interface:** Navigate effortlessly with an intuitive design tailored for enthusiasts.
- • **Walkabout Functionality:** Easily connect with other Hornby units for ultimate flexibility.
- • **Future-Proof Your Layout:** Compatible with a wide range of DCC locomotives for endless possibilities.

## Overview

The Hornby R8213 Select DCC Control Unit is a powerful digital controller designed for OO gauge model railways. It operates exclusively with DCC locomotives and features a walkabout function for enhanced connectivity. Powered by a 220V AC wall-mounted transformer, it supplies 1 amp of 15V AC power to the track and 15V DC power to an uncontrolled outlet, ensuring a reliable and versatile setup for model train enthusiasts.

## Description

desertcart.com: Hornby R8213 Select DCC Control Unit : Hornby: Toys & Games

Review: Wrong power suply - I didn't unbox until several weeks after purchase because my layout wasn't finished. When I did open it I found the power supply to be 220 volts not 120, completely useless to me.
Review: comes with 220 english plug - I wish you had said about the english plug

## Features

- OO gauge
- Dimensions
- Not DCC ready
- Livery
- Wheel configuration.Note: This digital controller is compatible only with DCC locomotives. The Select can also be used as a ‘Walkabout’ unit when connected to another Hornby Select unit or the Hornby Elite unit. The Select is powered by a 220v AC wall-mounted switch mode transformer that indirectly supplies 1 amp 15v AC power to the track as well as 15v DC power to an uncontrolled outlet

## Images

![Hornby R8213 Select DCC Control Unit - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61jo2BUzUML.jpg)
![Hornby R8213 Select DCC Control Unit - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61XH5fGlv-L.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐ Wrong power suply
*by T***T on August 13, 2022*

I didn't unbox until several weeks after purchase because my layout wasn't finished. When I did open it I found the power supply to be 220 volts not 120, completely useless to me.

### ⭐ comes with 220 english plug
*by K***R on June 19, 2021*

I wish you had said about the english plug

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It works as expected
*by S***R on April 29, 2025*

Does what it's supposed to do

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*Product available on Desertcart Ireland*
*Store origin: IE*
*Last updated: 2026-07-03*