Shimano XT M8120 Boost Crankset With 30T Chainring – 12 Speed
Shimano XT M8120 Boost Crankset with 175mm arms and 30T direct-mount chainring. Brand new, unused OE stock supplied without original packaging. Designed for 1×12-speed MTB drivetrains with 148mm Boost spacing and a 55mm chainline.
Original price was: £229.98.£69.99Current price is: £69.99.
Description
Shimano XT M8120 Boost Crankset Overview
The Shimano XT M8120 Boost Crankset combines 175mm crank arms with a 30T direct-mount chainring for 1×12-speed mountain bike drivetrains. This is brand new, unused OE stock supplied without original packaging.
Designed specifically around 148mm Boost rear spacing, the FC-M8120-1 uses a 55mm chainline and 178mm Q-factor. Therefore, it provides the extra clearance required by compatible Boost mountain bike frames.
Shimano uses hollow-forged crank construction to balance stiffness with low weight. As a result, the crankset transfers pedalling power efficiently while remaining suitable for aggressive trail riding.
The included 30T direct-mount chainring also uses Shimano’s MTB-specific tooth profile. Consequently, it improves chain engagement and retention when riding over rough or technical terrain.
Product Features
- Shimano Deore XT FC-M8120-1
- 175mm crank arms
- 30T direct-mount chainring
- Designed for 1×12-speed MTB drivetrains
- 148mm Boost application
- 55mm chainline
- 178mm Q-factor
- HOLLOWTECH II construction
- Hollow-forged aluminium crank arms
- Shimano MTB tooth profile for improved chain retention
- Compatible with Shimano HG 12-speed chains
- Rigid and lightweight design for aggressive trail riding
Performance & Design
The hollow crank arms provide high rigidity without unnecessary weight. Therefore, more of the rider’s effort transfers directly through the drivetrain during climbs and hard accelerations.
In addition, the direct-mount chainring system keeps the construction simple and stiff. It also allows the chainring to be replaced with another compatible Shimano direct-mount size when gearing requirements change.
Meanwhile, the 30T chainring provides a useful climbing-oriented ratio for steep and technical trails. Combined with Shimano’s chain-retention tooth profile, it helps keep the drivetrain secure when the terrain becomes rough.
Specifications
- Brand: Shimano
- Series: Deore XT
- Model: FC-M8120-1
- Crank Length: 175mm
- Chainring: 30T
- Drivetrain: 1×12 speed
- Rear O.L.D.: 148mm Boost
- Chainline: 55mm
- Q-Factor: 178mm
- Chainring Mount: Direct mount
- Compatible Chain: Shimano HG 12-speed
- Crank Arm Material: Aluminium
- Crank Arm Finish: Anodised
- Crank Axle Material: Steel
- Technology: HOLLOWTECH II
- Bottom Bracket Type: Outboard
- Compatible Threaded Shell Width: 68 / 73mm
- Recommended Threaded BB: Shimano BB-MT801
- Recommended Press-Fit BB: Shimano BB-MT800-PA
- Colour: Shimano series dark grey
Compatibility
- Shimano 1×12-speed MTB drivetrains
- Frames designed for 148mm Boost rear spacing
- Shimano HG 12-speed chains
- HOLLOWTECH II-compatible bottom brackets
- Shimano direct-mount MTB chainrings
Please confirm that your frame requires a 55mm chainline and 148mm Boost configuration before ordering.
Scope of Delivery
- 1 x Shimano XT FC-M8120-1 175mm crankset
- 1 x Shimano XT 30T direct-mount chainring
Condition
- Brand new and unused OE stock
- Supplied without original packaging
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