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2012 GT Force 3.0 · 2010 GT Force 3.0

Specification2012 GT Force 3.02010 GT Force 3.0
Overview
Model year20122010
BrandGTGT
ModelForce 3.0Force 3.0
Bicycle typeMountainMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID202411720897
Original MSRP—$1,799.99
ColorsMatte BlackGrey, Blue
SizesL, M, XLXsmall, small, medium, large, xlarge
Frameset
Frame construction—TIG-welded
Frame materialAM Metal Aluminum Frame6061 Monocoque
ForkMarzocchi 44 RLO 120mmSR Mag 32, 140mm travel
Fork material—Single
Rear shockX-Fusion 02 RLFox Float R, 150mm travel
Drivetrain
Component group—Shimano Deore/mix
ShiftersShimano Deore 10spdShimano Deore
Front derailleurShimano DeoreShimano Deore
Rear derailleurShimano DeoreShimano Deore SLX Shadow
CranksetShimano Deore 42/32/24tShimano Deore FC-M590, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano Deore CartridgeShimano Deore external
CassetteShimano HG62 10spd 11-36tSRAM PG-950
Rear cogs—9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainKMC X-10Shimano Nine Speed
PedalsAll Terra SlimlineShimano PD-M520
Brakes
BrakesFormula RX 180mmTektro Auriga Pro w/180mm rotor front/Tektro Auriga Pro w/160mm rotor rear brakes, Tektro Auriga Pro hydraulic levers
Cockpit & contact points
HeadsetFSA Gravity 1.5''to 1 1/8''1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit X
HandlebarAll Terra Al-6061GT Riser
Handlebar extensions—Not included
StemAll Terra 3DGT ATB OS
SaddleWTB Volt CompWTB Pure V
SeatpostAll Terra Microadjust 31.6mmGT alloy butted 2014, 31.6mm diameter
Wheels & tires
Hubs—Front: GT 15 mm through axle with 4 japanese sealed bearing, Rear: Shimano disc
RimsAlex TD24 32HWTB SX24, 32-hole
Spokes—Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front tireMaxxis Ardent 26x2.2526 x 2.30" Kenda Nevegal
Rear tire—26 x 2.10" Kenda Nevegal
Wheel size—26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 10, 2026.