Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s Compatibility Chart
The rest of the Shimano XTR groupset
Other Shimano XTR parts with a compatibility chart of their own. They are listed because they share the groupset, not because they have been checked against this part. The verified matches are further down the page.
Rear derailleurs
Cranksets
- Shimano XTR CRANKSET 168 MM Q-FACTOR 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s
- Shimano XTR CRANKSET 171 MM Q-FACTOR 56.5 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s
- Shimano XTR CRANKSET 162 MM Q-FACTOR 48.8 MM CHAIN LINE 2X12s
- Shimano XTR CRANKSET 174 MM Q-FACTOR 55 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s
- Shimano XTR ENDURO CRANKSET 176 MM Q-FACTOR 55 MM CHAIN LINE 12s
- Shimano XTR XC CRANKSET 170 MM Q-FACTOR 55 MM CHAIN LINE 12s
Shifters
- Shimano XTR BRAKE LEVER LEFT XC
- Shimano XTR BRAKE LEVER XC I-SPEC EV CLAMP BAND
- Shimano XTR BRAKE LEVER LEFT ENDURO
- Shimano XTR BRAKE LEVER TRAIL I-SPEC EV CLAMP BAND
- Shimano XTR BRAKE LEVER RIGHT XC
- Shimano XTR BRAKE LEVER RIGHT ENDURO
- Shimano XTR SHIFT LEVER LEFT 2X12s
- Shimano XTR SHIFT LEVER RIGHT I-SPEC EV 12s
Bottom brackets
Only pairings verified on both parts’ specifications are listed. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying.
Shifters that drive this derailleur
18 total resultsRecommended
2Every interface this pairing depends on was checked and matched, and the two parts are sold as part of the same system.

Shimano
XTR SHIFT LEVER RIGHT 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts

Shimano
XTR SHIFT LEVER RIGHT I-SPEC EV 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
Mechanically compatible
8Every interface this pairing depends on was checked and matched, but the parts come from different ranges, so expect to confirm shift feel and finish yourself.
MTB / City

Shimano
DEORE SHIFT LEVER RIGHT CLAMP BAND 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts

Shimano
DEORE SHIFT LEVER RIGHT I-SPEC EV 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts

Shimano
DEORE XT SHIFT LEVER RIGHT I-SPEC EV 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts

Shimano
DEORE XT SHIFT LEVER RIGHT12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts

Shimano
SLX SHIFT LEVER RIGHT 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts

Shimano
SLX SHIFT LEVER RIGHT I-SPEC EV 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
General

Shimano
SATELLITE SHIFTER DROPS
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts

Shimano
SATELLITE SHIFTER TOPS
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
Shares a standard
8One shared specification was confirmed, but we do not hold every spec this pairing depends on. Treat it as a starting point, not a verdict, and check the remaining interfaces before buying.

Shimano
DEORE SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
- Both use the Shimano MTB 12-speed cable pull

Shimano
DEORE SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 12s SINGLE SHIFT
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
- Both use the Shimano MTB 12-speed cable pull

Shimano
DEORE SHIFTER I-SPEC EV 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
- Both use the Shimano MTB 12-speed cable pull

Shimano
DEORE SHIFTER I-SPEC EV 12s SINGLE SHIFT
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
- Both use the Shimano MTB 12-speed cable pull

Shimano
DEORE XT SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
- Both use the Shimano MTB 12-speed cable pull

Shimano
DEORE XT SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 12s SINGLE SHIFT
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
- Both use the Shimano MTB 12-speed cable pull

Shimano
DEORE XT SHIFTER I-SPEC EV 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
- Both use the Shimano MTB 12-speed cable pull

Shimano
DEORE XT SHIFTER I-SPEC EV 12s SINGLE SHIFT
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
- Both use the Shimano MTB 12-speed cable pull
Cassettes for this derailleur
7 total resultsShares a standard
7One shared specification was confirmed, but we do not hold every spec this pairing depends on. Treat it as a starting point, not a verdict, and check the remaining interfaces before buying.
Road

Shimano
105 HG CASSETTE 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
- The cassette's 34T largest cog is within the derailleur's 45T maximum

Shimano
DURA-ACE HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts

Shimano
ULTEGRA HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s (CS-R8100-12)
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts

Shimano
ULTEGRA HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s (CS-R8101-12)
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
MTB

Shimano
DEORE HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts

Shimano
DEORE HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
General

Shimano
HG CASSETTE 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
- The cassette's 36T largest cog is within the derailleur's 45T maximum
Chains for this derailleur
11 total resultsShares a standard
11One shared specification was confirmed, but we do not hold every spec this pairing depends on. Treat it as a starting point, not a verdict, and check the remaining interfaces before buying.

Shimano
CN-M6100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed

Shimano
CN-M7100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed

Shimano
CN-M8100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed

Shimano
CN-M9100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed

KMC
DLC 12
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed

KMC
e12
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed

FSA
K-FORCE LIGHT MTB 12 SPEED CHAIN
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed

KMC
WAX DLC 12
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed

KMC
WAX TT 12
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed

KMC
WAX X12
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed

KMC
X12
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
Frequently Asked Questions
What fits Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s?
On this page we list shifters that drive this derailleur, cassettes for this derailleur, chains for this derailleur. Each listing was matched on a specification we hold for both parts; anything we could not verify is omitted rather than assumed to fit.
Can I use a higher or lower speed chain with Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s?
No. Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s is a 12-speed component and needs a 12-speed chain. Chains for different speed counts have different external widths and inner-plate profiles, which causes poor shifting or interference with the neighbouring sprockets.
Does Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s work with electronic shifting like Di2 or AXS?
No. Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s is mechanical, cable-actuated. Electronic groups use internal motors and proprietary signalling, so there is no mechanical or electrical path between the two.
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- Shimano SLX REAR DERAILLEUR 2X12s Compatibility
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