Shimano CUES REAR DERAILLEUR 9s (FOR 11-41/46T)
Rear Derailleur
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- Shimano
- Name
- CUES REAR DERAILLEUR 9s (FOR 11-41/46T)
- Series
- U4000
- MPN
- RD-U4000
- Groupset
- CUES
- Rear Speeds
- 9
- Drivetrain Brand
- Shimano
- Shifting Type
- Cable[1]
- Max Cog (T)
- 46[2]
- Compatible Chain Standards
- Shimano LinkGlide, Shimano HG (Hyperglide)
- Sources
- [1] AI-extracted, not yet checked against a named source (added 10 Feb 2026): Shifting Type
- [2] bike.shimano.com, checked 29 Sep 2026: Max Cog (T)
Compatibility
Shimano CUES REAR DERAILLEUR 9s (FOR 11-41/46T) is a Shimano rear derailleur. It is a 9-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.
Shifters that drive this derailleur7
RecommendedShimano
CUES MECHANICAL DUAL CONTROL LEVER 9s
- Both are 9-speed
- Both use cable actuation
RecommendedShimano
CUES SHIFT LEVER SHORT REACH 9s
- Both are 9-speed
- Both use cable actuation
RecommendedShimano
CUES SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 9s (SL-U4000-9R)
- Both are 9-speed
- Both use cable actuation
RecommendedShimano
CUES SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 9s (SL-U4010-9R)
- Both are 9-speed
- Both use cable actuation
Shares a standardShimano
CUES HYDRAULIC DUAL CONTROL LEVER 9s
- Both are 9-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
Shares a standardShimano
CUES SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 9s
- Both are 9-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
Shares a standardShimano
CUES SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 9s
- Both are 9-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
Cassettes for this derailleur3
Shares a standardShimano
HG CASSETTE 9s
- Both are 9-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
Shares a standardShimano
LINKGLIDE CASSETTE 9s (CS-LG300-9)
- Both are 9-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
Shares a standardShimano
LINKGLIDE CASSETTE 9s (CS-LG400-9)
- Both are 9-speed
- Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
Chains for this derailleur10
Shares a standardShimano
CN-HG53 9 Speed Chain
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardShimano
CN-HG93 ALFINE SUPER NARROW CHAIN 9s
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardKMC
e9
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardKMC
eGlide
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardSRAM
PC-951 Chain
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardSRAM
PC-971 Chain
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardFSA
Team Issue Chain
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardKMC
X9
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardKMC
X9SL
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardKMC
XGlide
- Both are 9-speed
Frequently Asked Questions
What fits Shimano CUES REAR DERAILLEUR 9s (FOR 11-41/46T)?
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 CUES REAR DERAILLEUR 9s (FOR 11-41/46T)?
No. Shimano CUES REAR DERAILLEUR 9s (FOR 11-41/46T) is a 9-speed component and needs a 9-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 CUES REAR DERAILLEUR 9s (FOR 11-41/46T) work with electronic shifting like Di2 or AXS?
No. Shimano CUES REAR DERAILLEUR 9s (FOR 11-41/46T) is mechanical, cable-actuated. Electronic groups use internal motors and proprietary signalling, so there is no mechanical or electrical path between the two.