Shimano Altus LT

The Shimano Altus derailleurs and shifters were made in the late 70s and early 80s. They were lower high-level components that would compare to today 105 or Tiagra. I had this group on my 1981 Schwinn Super Le Tour.

Rear Dearailleur

Capacity: Front Difference – 13 teeth, Rear Largest Sprocket – 28 teeth

Weight: 262 grams

Material: light alloy/steel

Front Derailleur

Capacity: 14 Teeth

Weight: 122 Grams

Material: light alloy/steel

Down Tube Shifters

Type: Friction

Weight: 85 grams

Material: light alloy/steel

Published by FAB Jim The Cyclist

Jim has over 40 years of experience with bicycles and loves road and mountain biking and just going for calm cruises. He is a mechanic who has built custom bikes and is also very interested in bike history.

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