VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Iron Horse ARS 600

Velopedia Archive ID 52815

Overview

Model year1996
BrandIron Horse
ModelARS 600
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID52815
Original MSRP$499.95
ColorsBlack, brushed
Sizes15", 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21"
Weight25.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkIron Horse
Fork materialChromoly, semi-sloping crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio/AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-300i
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketYST, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-951 w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano AceraX M-System brakes, Tektro 361A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Chin Haur CH90
HandlebarLeadtec
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemLeadtec MO3NT
SaddleVelo VL-253
SeatpostKalloy SP-242, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsAraya GP-710, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Kenda K-857 Hammer, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Kenda K-848
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube571.5 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1066.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.