Description:
The Shimano Altus rear derailleur features an advanced light-action, long-cage design with Teflon-coated bushings. What sets the Shimano Altus derailleur apart from other rear derailleurs is its unique 13 tooth upper and 15 tooth lower pulleys that provide a 43 teeth chain wrap capacity (more than conventional 11 tooth pulleys) and enable them to rotate with less friction.
FEATURES:
- Advanced light-action design
- Teflon-coated bushings
- Direct-attach rear derailleurs
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Cage Length: Long
- Cassette Spacing: Shimano/SRAM 8
- Chain Wrap Capacity (teeth): 43 teeth
- Speed: 7/8-Speed
- Pulley: 13t upper & 15t lower
- Largest Cog (teeth): 34 teeth
- Shifter/Derailleur Compatibility: Shimano