The DEORE XT M8000 rear derailleur features Shimano’s optimized SHADOW RD+ technology with a shallow angle and extremely low profile design, reducing shift effort and improving chain stability, resulting in sharp and silky gear changes. Meanwhile new high efficiency pulleys adapted for cross-chain riding feature a taller tooth profile for improved shifting.

Features
Light shift operation with 20% less effort
Shimano RD+: New shadow design with optimized slant angle for stable gear position
Chain stability improved
Efficient shifting and smoother driving
New shift cable with new hyper low-friction coating technology
Easy-to-adjust chain stabilizer
Efficient pulley teeth design

Specifications
Minimum sprocket: 11 Tooth
GS – mid cage: 46 tooth maximum rear cog for 1×11, 42 tooth maximum for 2×11, and 40 tooth maximum for 3×11
SGS – long cage: 46 tooth maximum rear cog for 1×11, 42 tooth maximum for 2×11
Chain Wrap Capacity: 39t (GS); 47t (SGS)

Mfr Claimed Weight
TBC