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1996 Iron Horse MT 400

Velopedia Archive ID 56041

Overview

Model year1996
BrandIron Horse
ModelMT 400
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID56041
Original MSRP$519.95
ColorsGreen, satin purple
Sizes15", 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21"
Weight26 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly, double-butted, oversize
ForkIron Horse
Fork materialChromoly, semi-sloping crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio/STX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-946

Brakes

BrakesShimano Alivio M-System brakes, Tektro RBP-370A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
HandlebarLeadtec
Handlebar extensionsTsan Ming TMA 300
StemTahoma Sonne IV
SaddleVelo VL-253
SeatpostKalloy SP-266, 26.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsSun Metal AT18, 32-hole
Spokes2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Panaracer Dart, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Panaracer Smoke
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.