This classic French racing chassis represents the high-end manufacturing of the early 1960s. Built from legendary Reynolds 531 steel tubing, this Peugeot PX10 offers an optimized balance of low weight and high torsional stiffness. Weighing in at only 2635g (including the fork), it provides an authentic foundation for an era-specific racing machine or high-end build.
Technical Soundness & Mechanical Integrity
Engineered for high-performance racing, this chassis features a 52cm seat tube combined with a 54cm top tube. The rear dropout spacing is configured at 119.4mm, standard for early five-speed drivetrains. In accordance with early French manufacturing standards, the bottom bracket shell is tapped to 35x100 French threading, and the steer tube accepts standard 25x100 French headset assemblies.
Please note that the detailed photographs provided constitute an integral part of this technical description, illustrating the precise cosmetic state and lug craftsmanship. Minor surface wear and superficial paint blemishes are present due to storage, but the structural alignment remains fully intact.
Technical Specifications
- Weight: 2635g (Frame & Fork assembly)
- Seat post diameter: 26.2 mm
- Size: 52 cm (Seat tube, bottom bracket center to top of the tube)
- Top Tube length: 54 cm (centre to centre)
- Thread (bottom bracket): 35x100 "French"
- Thread (fork): 25X100
- Rear Dropout Spacing: 119.4mm
Historical Setup Compatibility
To achieve a historically accurate restoration, pair this chassis with era-matching running gear. If you require alternative sizing or different tube profiles, you may also explore the Peugeot PY10 Full Reynolds 531 Frame or check the larger clearance offered by the Peugeot PX10 PY10 60x58.5cm Frame. Standard vintage French components are required for the headset and bottom bracket threads.
FAQ
What headset and bottom bracket threads are required for this 1960 Peugeot PX10?
This frame requires French-threaded components: a 25X100 fork steer tube thread and a 35x100 bottom bracket shell.
What is the seat post diameter size for this frame?
The inner diameter of the seat tube is designed for a standard 26.2 mm seat post.
What are the exact frame measurements?
The seat tube measures 52 cm from the bottom bracket center to the top of the tube, and the top tube measures 54 cm center-to-center.
