VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Iron Horse MT300

Velopedia Archive ID 60549

Overview

Model year1997
BrandIron Horse
ModelMT300
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID60549
Original MSRP$549.00
ColorsCobalt blue, olive green
Sizes16.5", 18", 19.5", 21"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly, oversize
ForkRock Shox Quadra 5
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano Alivio, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 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

Brakes

BrakesShimano Alivio M-System brakes, Shimano Alivio levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemTahoma Sonne IV
SaddleIron Horse Racing
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 26.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: aluminum quick release, Rear: Shimano RM-40
RimsAraya GP-710, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Kenda K-870, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Kenda K-880
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center431.8 mm
Wheelbase1066.8 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 14, 2026.