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1997 Iron Horse MT400 (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 62878

Overview

Model year1997
BrandIron Horse
ModelMT400 (02)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID62878
Original MSRP$589.00
ColorsMetallic bronze, red
Sizes16.5", 18", 19.5", 21"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly, butted, oversize
ForkIron Horse
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore LX/STX
ShiftersShimano STX RapidFire Plus
Front derailleurShimano Alivio, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX 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: Formula OV 31 Q/R, Rear: Shimano STX-RC
RimsWTB SpeedMaster, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

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

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