--- product_id: 618892306 title: "R7326 OO Gauge Hornby R7326 HM7040: Bluetooth® Legacy Dongle" price: "50847CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/618892306-r7326-oo-gauge-hornby-r7326-hm7040-bluetooth-legacy-dongle store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Smartphone/tablet app control Bluetooth retrofit for legacy DCC Compatible with all Hornby DCC decoders R7326 OO Gauge Hornby R7326 HM7040: Bluetooth® Legacy Dongle **Price:** 50847CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📡 Upgrade your model railway to the future—wireless control, timeless passion! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** R7326 OO Gauge Hornby R7326 HM7040: Bluetooth® Legacy Dongle - **How much does it cost?** 50847CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/618892306-r7326-oo-gauge-hornby-r7326-hm7040-bluetooth-legacy-dongle) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Legacy Meets Modern:** Keep your vintage setup relevant with cutting-edge Bluetooth tech. - • **Enhanced Reliability:** Boosts performance and stability of your HM7000 system for uninterrupted operation. - • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** Connects via XpressNet socket—no assembly or batteries required. - • **Seamless Bluetooth Upgrade:** Transform your classic Hornby DCC controllers with wireless smartphone control. - • **Universal Decoder Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with Elite, Select, Railmaster, and all Hornby DCC decoders. ## Overview The Hornby R7326 HM7040 Bluetooth Legacy Dongle effortlessly adds Bluetooth connectivity to older Hornby DCC controllers, enabling smartphone and tablet control via the HM|DCC app. Compatible with all Hornby DCC decoders and connecting through the XpressNet socket, this compact, plug-and-play accessory modernizes your model railway setup without the need for batteries or complex installation. ## Description From the manufacturer Review: Perfect to retrofit Bluetooth control - Great bit of kit to enable Bluetooth control of all DCC trains by xpressnet. Seems to make the standalone HM7000s much more reliable too. Really makes the whole HM7000 system useful, great idea from Hornby. Review: Very pleased - Excellent works very well would recommend it. ## Features - Warning:Not suitable for children under 14 years. For use under adult supervision - Warning:Only for domestic use - This Bluetooth Legacy Dongle allows the HM | DCC app to work with older DCC Controllers from Hornby - Add Bluetooth and Smartphone/tablet control to your existing Hornby DCC Controllers! The dongle works with all Hornby DCC decoders - including the Elite, Select and Railmaster. This will allow the HM | DCC app to control of all your previous non-Bluetooth decoders - The Legacy Dongle works via the XpressNet socket - this is a common socket included in many other brands of DCC Controller, however Hornby are unable to confirm if the Dongle will work seamlessly with other brands of controller - About Hornby: As the UK's leading model railway designer, Hornby have been thrilling model making enthusiasts for over 100 years. Since 1920 Hornby have been the brand leader in 00 Gauge model railway design. Whether you're a seasoned model maker or just beginning your journey, with it's range of unique trains, track accessories, scenery kits and more, there's always something for you at Hornby - A Brief History: In the 1920s, the Hornby Clockwork Train Sets became the first in a long line. These sets were available in three liveries and featured an 0-4-0 locomotive, paving the way for the hobby. Growth occurred rapidly for the brand, with the first years of the century seeing an ever-increasing range of sets, locomotives, wagons, coaches, scenic accessories and more ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Product Dimensions | 22.2 x 1.2 x 0.1 cm; 60 g | | Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up | | Item model number | R7326 | | Language: | English, French, German, Italian, Spanish | | Number of Game Players | 1 | | Assembly Required | No | | Batteries Required? | No | | Material Type(s) | Plastic, PCB | | Colour | White | | ASIN | B0CM42127S | ## Images ![R7326 OO Gauge Hornby R7326 HM7040: Bluetooth® Legacy Dongle - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51q6KbBzYpL.jpg) ![R7326 OO Gauge Hornby R7326 HM7040: Bluetooth® Legacy Dongle - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/512zjwC646L.jpg) ![R7326 OO Gauge Hornby R7326 HM7040: Bluetooth® Legacy Dongle - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41RRrJ8GuFL.jpg) ![R7326 OO Gauge Hornby R7326 HM7040: Bluetooth® Legacy Dongle - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41VzaDP7pfL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect to retrofit Bluetooth control *by L***S on 7 December 2025* Great bit of kit to enable Bluetooth control of all DCC trains by xpressnet. Seems to make the standalone HM7000s much more reliable too. Really makes the whole HM7000 system useful, great idea from Hornby. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very pleased *by M***N on 4 January 2026* Excellent works very well would recommend it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice legacy item *by H***S on 3 November 2025* Works as it should, a little hard to set up but otherwise good purchase ## Frequently Bought Together - Hornby R7326 HM7040: Bluetooth Legacy Dongle Accessories - Power & Control for Model Railway Sets - Connect HM|DCC App to Older DCC Controllers, Hornby Accessories - Hornby R7274 4 Pin Decoder - Hornby Accessories for 00 Gauge Track & Train Sets - Compatible with Select Hornby Model Trains - 1:76 Scale --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/618892306-r7326-oo-gauge-hornby-r7326-hm7040-bluetooth-legacy-dongle](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/618892306-r7326-oo-gauge-hornby-r7326-hm7040-bluetooth-legacy-dongle) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-08-07*