VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1994 Iron Horse MT500R

Velopedia Archive ID 15183

Overview

Model year1994
BrandIron Horse
ModelMT500R
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID15183
Original MSRP$569.00
Sizes15", 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21"
Weight25 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialTange chromoly, double-butted, oversize
ForkChromoly, tapered

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX
ShiftersShimano STX Rapidfire Plus w/Optical Gear Display
Front derailleurShimano STX
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano STX, 24/34/42 teeth
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano UG
PedalsSteel cage

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX brakes, levers

Cockpit & contact points

HandlebarAlloy 6-degree
StemAheadSet chromoly 15-degree
SaddleVetta SL
SeatpostAlloy

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano STX Parallax
RimsAraya GP-710, 32-hole
Front tire26 x 1.95" Psycho
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube596.9 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center426.7 mm
Wheelbase1054.1 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.