Husqvarna Hard Cross HC1 e-MTB, side view
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HusqvarnaHard Cross HC1

€3,799RRP Germany, VAT incl.
Motor
Shimano EP685 Nm
Battery
630 WhCore S1+, integrated
Travel F / R
180 / 170 mm
Wheels
Mullet 29" / 27.5"
Frame
Alloy
Weight
25.4 kgManufacturer figure (size not stated)

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Overview

The Husqvarna Hard Cross HC1 (€3,799) is the entry build of the Hard Cross: Shimano EP6 (EP600) with 630 Wh, SR SUNTOUR Durolux38 Boost fork, SR SUNTOUR TRIAir shock, Tektro RD-M350 and SRAM DB8 brakes. Claimed weight is 25.4 kg.

The Hard Cross is Husqvarna's enduro e-MTB: an aluminium (6061) full-suspension frame with 170 mm of rear travel, a 180 mm fork and mixed wheels (29-inch front, 27.5-inch rear). Husqvarna describes it as slacker, shorter and more stable than its predecessor.

The five-build range splits by drive system: HC1 to HC3 use the Shimano EP6 (DU-EP600, 85 Nm) with a 630 Wh Core S1+ battery, while HC4 and HC5 get the Shimano EP8 (DU-EP801, 85 Nm) with a 720 Wh Core S2+ battery. Claimed weights range from 24.6 to 25.4 kg.

  • 180 mm fork / 170 mm rear travel
  • Mixed wheels 29" / 27.5"
  • Shimano EP6 or EP801, 85 Nm
  • 630 or 720 Wh integrated battery

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Full specifications

Frame & suspension

Frame
29/27.5", Alloy 6061, Integrated battery, Boost, New HQV Alloy, 170 mm
Fork
SR SUNTOUR Durolux38 Boost, Air, 180 mm, tapered
Rear shock
SR SUNTOUR TRIAir, Air, 230x65 mm
Headset
Acros ICR, blocklock, ZS56/ZS56

E-system

Motor
Shimano EP6, DU-EP600, 250 W, 85 Nm
Battery
Core S1+, 630 Wh, 36 V, 17.5 Ah
Charger
Charger S, 4 A
Mode Switch
Shimano SW-EN600-L
Display
Shimano SC-EN600, LCD-Display, Bluetooth

Drivetrain

Rear derailleur
Tektro RD-M350, 9-S
Cassette
Tektro CS-M350, 11-46 T
Chain
KMC e9S
Chainring
Husqvarna, Narrow Wide, 34 T
Cranks
Shimano FC-EM600, Aluminum forged, Shimano EP24
Shift lever
Tektro SL-M350R
Chain guide
Husqvarna CGU

Brakes

Front brake
SRAM DB8, 4-piston, Hydraulic disc brake
Front brake rotor
SRAM Centerline, 200 mm, 6-hole
Rear brake
SRAM DB8, 4-piston, Hydraulic disc brake
Rear brake rotor
SRAM Centerline, 200 mm, 6-hole

Wheels & tyres

Front wheel
Rim: Ryde Disc30, With eyelets, Tubeless ready / Hub: Husqvarna DH820F, 6-hole, 15x110 mm, thru axle
Rear wheel
Rim: Ryde Disc35, With eyelets, Tubeless ready / Hub: Husqvarna DA210R, 6-hole, 12x148 mm, thru axle
Front tyre
Continental Trail King, 60-622, 29 x 2.4, Tubeless ready
Rear tyre
Continental Trail King, 65-584, 27.5 x 2.6, Tubeless ready

Cockpit

Stem
Husqvarna 35, 0 °, Ahead
Handlebar
Husqvarna Riser 35 mm, 780 mm, Sweep: 9 °, Rise: 20 mm
Grips
Husqvarna MTB, Lock-on grips
Saddle
Husqvarna MTB
Seatpost
Husqvarna, 31.6 mm, Dropper post

Other

Pedals
Husqvarna, aluminum
Max. system weight
130 kg
Weight
25.4 kg (manufacturer figure)

Manufacturer specification — source. Specs and prices can change; check with the brand or your dealer.

Hard Cross geometry

SizeSMLXL
ATop tube length574 mm604 mm632 mm661 mm
BSeat tube length410 mm435 mm460 mm485 mm
CSeat tube angle77.4°77.3°77.2°77.2°
DHead tube length100 mm115 mm130 mm145 mm
EHead angle64.5°64.5°64.5°64.5°
FChainstay length445 mm445 mm445 mm445 mm
GWheelbase1215 mm1248 mm1277 mm1309 mm
IBB drop18 mm18 mm18 mm18 mm
JStack647 mm661 mm674 mm687 mm
KReach430 mm455 mm480 mm505 mm
LStem length50 mm50 mm50 mm50 mm
MCrank length160 mm160 mm160 mm160 mm

Source: Husqvarna E-Bicycles.

Hard Cross: builds compared

Hard Cross range →
Hard Cross HC1Hard Cross HC2Hard Cross HC3Hard Cross HC4Hard Cross HC5
Price€3,799€4,299€4,799€5,199€5,999
FrameAlloyAlloyAlloyAlloyAlloy
ForkSR SUNTOUR Durolux38 Boost, AirRockShox Domain R, DebonAirRockShox ZEB Select, DebonAirFOX Float 38 Performance, GripFOX Float 38 Factory, Grip 2
ShockSR SUNTOUR TRIAirRockShox Super Deluxe Select+RockShox Super Deluxe Select+FOX Float X PerformanceFOX Float X2 Factory
DerailleurTektro RD-M350SRAM SX EagleSRAM GX EagleSRAM GX EagleSRAM X01 Eagle
BrakesSRAM DB8SRAM DB8SRAM G2 RSRAM G2 RSCMagura MT7
WheelsRim: Ryde Disc30Rim: Ryde Disc30———
DisplayShimano SC-EN600Shimano SC-EN600Shimano SC-EN600Shimano SC-EN600Shimano SC-EN600
Weight25.4 kg25.1 kg24.6 kg25 kg24.6 kg

Hard Cross HC1: FAQ

How much does the Husqvarna Hard Cross HC1 cost?

€3,799 (RRP Germany, VAT incl.). The Hard Cross range runs from €3,799 (Hard Cross HC1) to €5,999 (Hard Cross HC5). Prices vary by country and dealer.

How much does the Husqvarna Hard Cross HC1 weigh?

Husqvarna quotes 25.4 kg. The lightest Hard Cross build is the Hard Cross HC3 at 24.6 kg.

What motor and battery does the Husqvarna Hard Cross HC1 have?

Shimano EP6 (85 Nm). 630 Wh battery — core S1+, integrated.

How much suspension travel does the Husqvarna Hard Cross HC1 have?

180 mm at the fork and 170 mm at the rear, on mullet 29" / 27.5" wheels.

What sizes does the Husqvarna Hard Cross HC1 come in?

S, M, L, XL. Check the geometry table to compare reach and stack between sizes.

What is the difference between the Hard Cross HC1 and the Hard Cross HC2?

They share the Hard Cross frame platform and motor; the differences are in the parts — fork: SR SUNTOUR Durolux38 Boost vs RockShox Domain R; shock: SR SUNTOUR TRIAir vs RockShox Super Deluxe Select+; derailleur: Tektro RD-M350 vs SRAM SX Eagle; claimed weight: 25.4 kg vs 25.1 kg; price: €3,799 vs €4,299.

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