Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Moulton APB 3

Velopedia Archive ID 54316

Overview

Model year	1996
Brand	Moulton
Model	APB 3
Bicycle type	Folding
Archive ID	54316
Original MSRP	$1,340.00
Colors	Green, red
Sizes	Adjustable for rider height:5'4" to 6'2"
Weight	29 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	MIG-welded steel
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel
Fork	Moulton leading link suspension
Fork material	Reynolds 531/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	Alex Moulton Monosphere, 1.25" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Sturmey Archer
Shifters	Sturmey Archer 3-speed
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	48 teeth
Bottom bracket	Skf
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	3-speed internal, 18 teeth
Chain	1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals	Union 659

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Tourney TY-22 brakes, Shimano Tourney TY-22 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" YST Sealed Tech
Handlebar	Steel
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Steel
Saddle	Iscaselle padded vinyl
Seatpost	Moulton APB steel

Wheels & tires

Rims	Rigida alloy, 36-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	20 x 1.75" Michelin Cobra
Wheel size	20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	528.3 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	71°
Chainstay / rear center	464.8 mm
Wheelbase	1066.8 mm
Fork offset / rake	50.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 8, 2026.