Shimano GRX REAR DERAILLEUR 11s (FOR 11-40/42T) Compatibility Guide

Quick Verdict

Shimano GRX REAR DERAILLEUR 11s (FOR 11-40/42T) is a Shimano rear derailleur. It is a 11-speed component. It uses cable shifting. Everything listed below was matched on a specification we hold for both parts: the interface each pairing actually depends on, such as freehub body, speed count, actuation or mounting standard. Where we could not verify that interface, the part is left out rather than assumed to fit.

Speeds11
Weight267g
Shiftingcable

How this list is built: a part is listed only when we hold the specification that decides the pairing for bothparts and those specifications match: the freehub body for a cassette and a wheel, the mounting interface for a chainring and a crankset, and so on. Each card shows exactly what was compared. Where we do not hold that specification the part is left out rather than assumed to fit, so this list is deliberately incomplete rather than speculative. Always confirm against the manufacturer’s own compatibility documentation before buying.

Shifters that drive this derailleur

20 total results

Recommended

20

Every interface this pairing depends on was checked and matched, and the two parts are sold as part of the same system.

Road / Gravel

GRX DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s RX810

Shimano

GRX DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s RX810

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
GRX DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X11s RX810

Shimano

GRX DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X11s RX810

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 11s

Shimano

105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s

Shimano

105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s

Shimano

105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X11s

Shimano

105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER FOR SMALL HANDS 11s

Shimano

105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER FOR SMALL HANDS 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER FOR SMALL HANDS 2X11s

Shimano

105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER FOR SMALL HANDS 2X11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CUES HYDRAULIC DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11/10s

Shimano

CUES HYDRAULIC DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11/10s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts

MTB / City

ALFINE SHIFT LEVER 11s

Shimano

ALFINE SHIFT LEVER 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CUES MONO LEFT SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 2X11s

Shimano

CUES MONO LEFT SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 2X11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CUES MONO LEFT SHIFTER I-SPEC II 2X11s

Shimano

CUES MONO LEFT SHIFTER I-SPEC II 2X11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CUES SHIFT LEVER SHORT REACH 11s

Shimano

CUES SHIFT LEVER SHORT REACH 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CUES SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 11s U6000

Shimano

CUES SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 11s U6000

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CUES SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 11s U8000

Shimano

CUES SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 11s U8000

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CUES SHIFTER I-SPEC II 11s

Shimano

CUES SHIFTER I-SPEC II 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
DEORE SHIFT LEVER CLAMP BAND 11s

Shimano

DEORE SHIFT LEVER CLAMP BAND 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
DEORE SHIFT LEVER I-SPEC EV 11s

Shimano

DEORE SHIFT LEVER I-SPEC EV 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
DEORE SHIFT LEVER LEFT CLAMP BAND 2X10/11s

Shimano

DEORE SHIFT LEVER LEFT CLAMP BAND 2X10/11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
DEORE SHIFT LEVER LEFT I-SPEC EV 2X10/11s

Shimano

DEORE SHIFT LEVER LEFT I-SPEC EV 2X10/11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts

Chains for this derailleur

7 total results

Mechanically compatible

7

Every 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.

CN-HG601-11 LINKGLIDE, HG CHAIN 11s

Shimano

CN-HG601-11 LINKGLIDE, HG CHAIN 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
CN-HG701-11 LINKGLIDE, HG CHAIN 11s

Shimano

CN-HG701-11 LINKGLIDE, HG CHAIN 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
K-FORCE LIGHT 11 SPEED CHAIN

FSA

K-FORCE LIGHT 11 SPEED CHAIN

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
K-FORCE LIGHT MTB 11 SPEED CHAIN

FSA

K-FORCE LIGHT MTB 11 SPEED CHAIN

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
K-Force WE 11 SPEED CHAIN

FSA

K-Force WE 11 SPEED CHAIN

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
SF11 E-BIKE 11 SPEED CHAIN

FSA

SF11 E-BIKE 11 SPEED CHAIN

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
Team Issue Chain

FSA

Team Issue Chain

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed

Cassettes this derailleur can wrap

8 total results

Recommended

8

Every interface this pairing depends on was checked and matched, and the two parts are sold as part of the same system.

Road

105 HG CASSETTE 11s

Shimano

105 HG CASSETTE 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both use the shimano hg standard
DURA-ACE HG CASSETTE 11s

Shimano

DURA-ACE HG CASSETTE 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both use the shimano hg standard
ULTEGRA HG CASSETTE 11s

Shimano

ULTEGRA HG CASSETTE 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both use the shimano hg standard

General

11-34T HG CASSETTE 11s

Shimano

11-34T HG CASSETTE 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both use the shimano hg standard
HG CASSETTE 11s

Shimano

HG CASSETTE 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both use the shimano hg standard
HG CASSETTE 11s

Shimano

HG CASSETTE 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both use the shimano hg standard

MTB

DEORE HG CASSETTE 11s

Shimano

DEORE HG CASSETTE 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both use the shimano hg standard
DEORE XT HG CASSETTE 11s

Shimano

DEORE XT HG CASSETTE 11s

What we checked
  • Both are 11-speed
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both use the shimano hg standard

Frequently Asked Questions

What fits Shimano GRX REAR DERAILLEUR 11s (FOR 11-40/42T)?

On this page we list shifters that drive this derailleur, chains for this derailleur, cassettes this derailleur can wrap. 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 GRX REAR DERAILLEUR 11s (FOR 11-40/42T)?

No. Shimano GRX REAR DERAILLEUR 11s (FOR 11-40/42T) is a 11-speed component and needs a 11-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 GRX REAR DERAILLEUR 11s (FOR 11-40/42T) work with electronic shifting like Di2 or AXS?

No. Shimano GRX REAR DERAILLEUR 11s (FOR 11-40/42T) 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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