What are the key uic60 rail specifications?
The UIC60 rail, also designated as 60E1 under EN 13674-1, is a premium flat-bottomed rail profile standardized by the International Union of Railways (UIC). At GNEE RAILWAY RAILWAY, our integrated steel production lines produce UIC60 rail to EN13674-1 and UIC860 specifications, with advanced universal rolling mills and comprehensive metallurgical laboratories ensuring consistent quality across every batch.
UIC60 Rail Specification
With a nominal weight of 60 kilograms per meter, uic60 rail profile features a rail height of 172 mm, a foot width of 150 mm, and a head width of 72-74.3 mm . It is the preferred choice for high-speed passenger lines, heavy-haul freight corridors, and mixed-traffic mainline railways across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.
| Parameter | Specification | Tolerance | Standard Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rail Weight | 60.21 kg/m | ± 0.5% | EN 13674-1 |
| Rail Height (H) | 172 mm | ± 0.5 mm | EN 13674-1 |
| Head Width (C) | 72-74.3 mm | ± 0.5 mm | EN 13674-1 |
| Foot Width (B) | 150 mm | ± 1.0 mm | EN 13674-1 |
| Web Thickness | 16.5 mm | ± 0.5 mm | EN 13674-1 |
| Cross-sectional Area | 76.70-76.86 cm² | As calculated | EN 13674-1 |
| Standard Lengths | 12-25 m | +50 mm / -0 mm | EN 13674-1 |
UIC60 Rail Material
UIC60 rails are manufactured in multiple steel grades, each engineered for specific operating conditions.The most commonly specified grades are R260 for standard mainline applications and R350HT for demanding heavy-haul and high-speed lines where enhanced wear resistance is required.
| R200 | Mechanical Property | Chemical Composition | |||||||||||
| Yield strength | Tensile strength | Elongation | Hardness | C | Si | Mn | S | P | H ppm | O ppm | |||
| MPa | kg/mm² | MPa | kg/mm² | min | HB | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ||||
| ≥680 | 14% | 200-240 | 0.40-0.60 | 0.15-0.58 | 0.70-1.20 | 0.025 | 0.035 | 3 | 20 | ||||
| R260 | Mechanical Property | Chemical Composition | |||||||||||
| Yield strength | Tensile strength | Elongation | Hardness | C | Si | Mn | S | P | H ppm | O ppm | |||
| MPa | kg/mm² | MPa | kg/mm² | min | HB | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ||||
| ≥880 | 10% | 260-300 | 0.62-0.80 | 0.15-0.58 | 0.70-1.20 | 0.025 | 0.025 | 2.5 | 20 | ||||
| R260Mn | Mechanical Property | Chemical Composition | |||||||||||
| Yield strength | Tensile strength | Elongation | Hardness | C | Si | Mn | S | P | H ppm | O ppm | |||
| MPa | kg/mm² | MPa | kg/mm² | min | HB | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ||||
| ≥880 | 10% | 260-300 | 0.55-0.75 | 0.15-0.60 | 1.30-1.70 | 0.025 | 0.035 | 2.5 | 20 | ||||
| R350HT | Mechanical Property | Chemical Composition | |||||||||||
| Yield strength | Tensile strength | Elongation | Hardness | C | Si | Mn | S | P | H ppm | O ppm | |||
| MPa | kg/mm² | MPa | kg/mm² | min | HB | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ||||
| ≥1175 | 9% | 350-390 | 0.72-0.80 | 0.15-0.58 | 0.70-1.20 | 0.025 | 0.020 | 2.5 | 20 | ||||
Standard Length Options for UIC60 Rail Profile
GNEE RAILWAY RAILWAY offers UIC60 rails in a variety of standard lengths, which can also be customized to meet specific project requirements:
- 12 meters: Commonly used for turnouts, industrial tracks, and maintenance areas
- 12.5 meters: Suitable for branch lines and switching yards
- 18 meters: Ideal for urban rail transit systems and curved sections
- 25 meters: Designed for mainline construction and high-speed railways
At GNEE RAILWAY RAILWAY, we understand that specifying UIC60 rail involves more than just matching dimensions-it requires confidence that every meter of rail delivered will perform reliably under the demanding conditions of modern railway operations.
From R260 for standard mixed traffic to R350HT for heavy-haul applications, we deliver rails that meet EN13674-1 and UIC860 requirements with full material traceability. Contact us with your project specifications to discuss how GNEE RAILWAY RAILWAY's UIC60 production can support your next railway infrastructure project.