Gaugemaster Combi Single Track Controller Plug in Transformer

4.74.7 out of 5 stars

77 product ratings

5stars
65ratings
4stars
8ratings
3stars
1rating
2stars
2ratings
1star
1rating

72 reviews

by haybr_631012 Jan, 2022

fantastic little products

good little DC controller, easy to use and a quality made product. I've had mine for a few years and it definitely beats all the other dc controllers from Hornby in the past. very much would recommend for model railway users who opt for DC layoutsRead full review

Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: grandadstoyshop

Report

by class_6000814 Jun, 2024

Easy to set up, use and enjoy on a DC model train set.

This is a good high quality DC model train controller from Gaugemaster that is rated at 0.75amp outputs and there is a second output of 16 volts AC for powering things like signals, lights at stations etc. The controller is easy to use with a dial and a three way switch for forwards, neutral and reverse. I use this on my new O gauge model railway I now have and it can handle that too although it is designed for N gauge and OO gauge model trains. It can handle O gauge so long as the model trains are not too demanding on current. It is made in the UK as well and you will get a UK power pack for this to run off the mains. Lightweight and easy to use. Just plug it in and go! Read full review

Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: jadlamracing

Report

by nat853107 May, 2020

A powerful and compact little controller.

I was searching for a controller to use on my model railway test track,as I studied the various reviews of other controllers and decided that this controller was the one I wanted to purchase and use.It is so easy to set up as when the controller arrived in it's box it was well packed as there was even a little screwdriver included to help you connect the wires,this controller has great response when running your rolling stock it is very compact,and very easy to use,I would certainly recommend this controller to anyone that is looking for a controller to start of there layout,or to use on a test track,as I feel it is great value for money.Read full review

Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: jadlamracing

Report

by mcouchard27 Jun, 2020

Good quality trainset controller upgrade

Had been struggling for a couple if years with son's Hornby train set the cheap Hornby controllers would cut out after 10 minutes tried several old and new types to no avail. Especially didn't like the slightly older 1980s made in GB Hornby trains, didn't dare try my triang ones. But this works a treat more expensive than the cheap Hornby ones but much better doesn't cut out, at low speed is alot more controllable, he can use it for shunting and full speeds trains much quicker. It supplies a full 1Amp but is also much better built, very smooth control. My son is 4 and quickly got the hang of the new controls just need to limit him to 50bon the dual now 😄.Read full review

Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: pre-owned • Sold by: its_a_chicken

Report

by ukant.atvrfjitk05 Aug, 2020

Ditch the controller that came with your set!

So, during lockdown, I decided to build a layout. The basis of this would be to use the rolling stock and electronics from a cheap but recent Hornby set i had got at Christmas. I initially used the standard Hornby controller and was happy enough with the slow running of the 0-4-0 loco that came in the set. However, things soon escalated and I found myself in the position of requiring an output for point motors. Bought the Gaugemaster Combi as this has this facility. Can’t get over the overall improvement in running of the loco particularly with regard to slow running and smoothness. The cheap Hornby 0-4-0 is now great for shunting on an Inglenook type layout.Read full review

Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: pre-owned • Sold by: newph-54

Report

by mark1315201218 Feb, 2017