SRAM Force XPLR AXS Rear Derailleur 12s Compatibility Chart

Speeds12
ShiftingElectronic (AXS)

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Other SRAM Force 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.

Only pairings verified on both parts’ specifications are listed. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying.

Chains for this derailleur

15 total results

Recommended

2

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

Force Chain (CN-FRC-D1)

SRAM

Force Chain (CN-FRC-D1)

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both use the SRAM Flattop standard
Force Chain (CN-FRC-E1)

SRAM

Force Chain (CN-FRC-E1)

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both use the SRAM Flattop standard

Mechanically compatible

6

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.

Road / Gravel

Apex Chain

SRAM

Apex Chain

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both use the SRAM Flattop standard
RED Chain

SRAM

RED Chain

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both use the SRAM Flattop standard
Rival Chain (CN-RIV-D1)

SRAM

Rival Chain (CN-RIV-D1)

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both use the SRAM Flattop standard
Rival Chain (CN-RIV-E1)

SRAM

Rival Chain (CN-RIV-E1)

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both use the SRAM Flattop standard

General

WAX XFLAT

KMC

WAX XFLAT

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both use the SRAM Flattop standard
WAX XSL FLAT

KMC

WAX XSL FLAT

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both use the SRAM Flattop standard

Shares a standard

7

One 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.

DLC 12

KMC

DLC 12

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
e12

KMC

e12

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

FSA

K-FORCE LIGHT MTB 12 SPEED CHAIN

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

KMC

WAX DLC 12

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

KMC

WAX TT 12

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
WAX X12

KMC

WAX X12

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
X12

KMC

X12

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed

Cassettes for this derailleur

7 total results

Recommended

5

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

General

XPLR PG-1231 Cassette

SRAM

XPLR PG-1231 Cassette

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
  • The cassette's 44T largest cog is within the derailleur's 44T maximum
XPLR XG-1251 Cassette

SRAM

XPLR XG-1251 Cassette

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
  • The cassette's 44T largest cog is within the derailleur's 44T maximum
XPLR XG-1271 Cassette

SRAM

XPLR XG-1271 Cassette

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
  • The cassette's 44T largest cog is within the derailleur's 44T maximum

Road / Gravel

Force XG-1270 Cassette (CS-XG-1270-D1)

SRAM

Force XG-1270 Cassette (CS-XG-1270-D1)

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
  • The cassette's 36T largest cog is within the derailleur's 44T maximum
Force XG-1270 Cassette (CS-XG-1270-E1)

SRAM

Force XG-1270 Cassette (CS-XG-1270-E1)

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
  • The cassette's 36T largest cog is within the derailleur's 44T maximum

Mechanically compatible

2

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.

RED XG-1290 Cassette

SRAM

RED XG-1290 Cassette

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
  • The cassette's 36T largest cog is within the derailleur's 44T maximum
Rival XG-1250 Cassette

SRAM

Rival XG-1250 Cassette

What we checked
  • Both are 12-speed
  • Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
  • The cassette's 36T largest cog is within the derailleur's 44T maximum

Shifters that drive this derailleur

4 total results

Mechanically compatible

4

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.

Apex AXS Shift-Brake Lever

SRAM

Apex AXS Shift-Brake Lever

What we checked
  • Both use axs actuation
  • Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
Force AXS Shift-Brake Lever

SRAM

Force AXS Shift-Brake Lever

What we checked
  • Both use axs actuation
  • Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
RED AXS Shift-Brake Lever

SRAM

RED AXS Shift-Brake Lever

What we checked
  • Both use axs actuation
  • Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
Rival AXS Shift-Brake Lever

SRAM

Rival AXS Shift-Brake Lever

What we checked
  • Both use axs actuation
  • Both are SRAM drivetrain parts

Frequently Asked Questions

What fits SRAM Force XPLR AXS Rear Derailleur 12s?

On this page we list chains for this derailleur, cassettes for this derailleur, shifters that drive 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 SRAM Force XPLR AXS Rear Derailleur 12s?

No. SRAM Force XPLR AXS Rear Derailleur 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.

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