Roller Chain Market Value
Analysis of 17,587 roller chain listings to determine current market pricing.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 9% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in #25 size chains (-38% delta) and 4 ft lengths (-33% delta). High-end pricing is driven by #100 sizes (+88% delta) and 100 ft lengths (+244% delta).
💚 Best value for your money
Price by chain size
Why? Prices scale with size, ranging from #25 at 23.22 to #100 at 70.47.
Price by chain length
Why? Bulk length significantly increases cost, from 4 ft at 24.99 to 100 ft at 129.
Price by chain pitch
Why? Wider pitch increases price, from 3/8 in at 26.02 to 2 in at 65.73.
Price by features
Why? Specialized coatings and builds add cost, from Low Maintenance at 36.89 to Double Pitch at 69.47.
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Common questions
What is the typical price for a standard roller chain?
The market median price is 37.45.
Are used roller chains more expensive than new ones?
Yes, the used median is 40 compared to the new median of 36.7.
Which chain size is the most affordable?
The #25 size is the most affordable with a median price of 23.22.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $14–$200, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 31, 2026.