Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1993 Iron Horse MT 500R

Velopedia Archive ID 40420

Overview

Model year	1993
Brand	Iron Horse
Model	MT 500R
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	40420
Original MSRP	$745.00
Sizes	15, 16.5, 18, 19.5, 21
Weight	26.5 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded steel
Frame material	Iron Horse Tange DB chrome-moly
Fork	Marzocchi XC 50

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Exage LT Rapidfire Plus
Shifters	Shimano Exage LT Rapidfire Plus
Front derailleur	Shimano Exage LT
Rear derailleur	Shimano Exage LT
Crankset	Shimano Exage LT, 26/36/46 teeth
Rear cogs	7-speed, 13 - 30 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-HG50
Pedals	Low profile

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Exage LT brakes, levers

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	Superlight aluminum
Stem	Clamp-on TIG welded MTB O/S 1-1/8"
Saddle	Vetta SL
Seatpost	SR TCO alloy

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Exage
Rims	Araya CV-7
Front tire	Tioga Psycho

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	596.9 mm
Head-tube angle	72°
Seat-tube angle	72°
Chainstay / rear center	431.8 mm
Wheelbase	1066.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 15, 2026.