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1993 Barracuda A2T · 1995 Barracuda A2T

Specification1993 Barracuda A2T1995 Barracuda A2T
Overview
Model year19931995
BrandBarracudaBarracuda
ModelA2TA2T
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID4371932053
Original MSRP$2,449.00$1,999.00
Colors—Brushed aluminum/translucent fire orange
Sizes12, 14, 16, 18, 1912", 14", 16", 18", 19"
Weight25 lb24.3 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-welded steelWelded aluminum
Frame materialAeroLite chrome-molyEaston Varilite ProGram
ForkRock Shox Mag 21Buyer's choice
Fork material—Aluminum
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano Deore XTShimano Deore XT
ShiftersShimano Deore XTGrip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray
Front derailleurShimano Deore XTShimano Deore XT Compact Drive, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XTShimano Deore XT GS
CranksetShimano Deore XT, 28/38/48 teethTopline, 22/32/42 teeth
Rear cogs7-speed, 13 - 30 teeth8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimanoShimano CN-HG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimanoRitchey Logic (clipless)
Brakes
BrakesShimano Deore XT brakes, leversDia-Compe VC-900 brakes, Dia-Compe PC-11 levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset—1 1/8" Dia-Compe AL3
HandlebarBarracuda Fluted AluminumCuda Design aluminum
Handlebar extensions—Onza OZ 120
StemBarracudaCuda Design alloy
SaddleBarracuda CompLiteCuda, titanium rails
SeatpostBarracudaCuda Design alloy, 26.8 mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano Deore XTNuke Proof
RimsAlloy, 32-holeMavic 217 SUP, 32-hole
Spokes—Wheelsmith stainless steel, double butted
Spoke nipples—Brass nipples
Front tireRitchey WCS Kevlar26 x 2.10" Ritchey Mad Max kevlar
Rear tire—26 x 2.10" Ritchey Climb Max Kevlar
Wheel size—26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1993 Barracuda A2T1995 Barracuda A2T
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle70.5°70.5°
Seat-tube angle73.5°73.5°
Chainstay / rear center416.1 mm416.6 mm
Wheelbase—1054.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 9, 2026.