Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1995 Raleigh C40 · 1996 Raleigh C40
| Specification | 1995 Raleigh C40 | 1996 Raleigh C40 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1995 | 1996 |
| Brand | Raleigh | Raleigh |
| Model | C40 | C40 |
| Bicycle type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Archive ID | 29073 | 53461 |
| Original MSRP | $289.99 | $314.99 |
| Colors | Gold/green doppler | Bronze Age Black Doppler, green |
| Sizes | 15", 17", 19", 21", 23", womens 16", womens 19" | 15", 17", 19", 21", 23", womens 16", womens 19" |
| Weight | — | 28.3 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel | TIG-welded steel |
| Frame material | Chromoly seat tube / hi-tensile steel | Chromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel |
| Fork | — | Raleigh |
| Fork material | Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | — | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano Altus C90 | Shimano Altus C90 |
| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-100 | Grip Shift MRX-100 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Altus C90, bottom-pull/bottom bracket mount | Shimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Altus C90 | Shimano Alivio |
| Crankset | Shimano Altus C90, 24/32/48 teeth | Tracer, 24/34/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | — | Shimano BB-CT91, 116 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | — | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32" | KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo Hi-Impact resin, toe-clip attachable | Wellgo LU-943 |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Altus C90 brakes, Lee Chi 319A levers | Shimano Altus brakes, Lee Chi 319A levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1" Tien Hsin TH steel | 1" Victor VP-H67 |
| Handlebar | Steel | Hsin Lung MTB 154 |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | Steel | Lee Chi |
| Saddle | Vetta SE | Sella Stratos HyperSoft |
| Seatpost | Lee Chi alloy SP-204, 26.0 mm diameter | Lee Chi SP-204 alloy, 26.0 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano AceraX | — |
| Rims | Weinmann 217, 36-hole | Weinmann 519, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 1.8 mm straight gauge | Chung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 700 x 38c Kenda Directional skinwall | 700 x 38c Kenda K-830 |
| Wheel size | 700c wheels | 700c wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1995 Raleigh C40 | 1996 Raleigh C40 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | 70° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 431.8 mm | 431.8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1038.9 mm | 1041.4 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40 mm | 40 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 11, 2026.