Mechanical Properties of UIC60 Rail
The UIC60 rail is a common type of rail used in railway construction and infrastructure projects. Its mechanical properties are crucial for ensuring the safety, durability, and performance of railway tracks. Here are the typical mechanical properties of UIC60 rail:
Tensile Strength: The UIC60 rail typically has a tensile strength ranging from 700 MPa to 900 MPa. Tensile strength measures the maximum amount of tensile stress a material can withstand before failure.
Yield Strength: The yield strength of UIC60 rail is typically around 420 MPa to 550 MPa. Yield strength indicates the stress level at which a material begins to deform plastically.
| Standard | Steel Grades | Mechanical Properties | ||
| Rm MPa | min A5 % | HB | ||
| EN 13674 - 1 (2006) | ||||
| R200 | min 680 |
14 | 200 - 240 | |
| R260 | min 880 |
10 | 260 - 300 | |
| R260 MN | min 880 |
10 | 260 - 300 | |
| R350 HT | min 1175 |
9 | 350 - 390 | |