A steel rail is a precision-rolled steel track component that defines the vehicle running surface and maintains consistent wheel guidance under heavy and repetitive loads. Its durability and profile accuracy are essential for long-term operational safety. GNEE RAILWAY RAILWAY supplies complete standard ranges including GB light and heavy rails, UIC50–UIC60, DIN536 crane rails A55–A120, QU70–QU120, JIS rail series, AS1085 profiles, BS11:1985, and AREMA/ASCE sections, along with services such as pre-drilling, straightness control, and fastening system integration.
What do you mean by 60 kg rail?
A "60 kg rail" refers to a heavy-duty steel rail weighing approximately 60 kilograms per meter (kg/m), indicating its significant mass, strength, and capacity for high loads, used for main railway lines, high-speed tracks, and heavy industrial applications like cranes, conforming to standards like UIC 60 or JIS 60kg.
Key Characteristics:
- Weight: Around 60.6 to 60.8 kg for every meter of its length, depending on the specific standard (JIS, GB, UIC).
GB Standard Steel Rail
| Classification | Height(mm) | Head (mm) | Bottom (mm) | Thick(mm) | Weight (kg/m) | |
| Heavy Rail | 38 KG/M | 134 | 68 | 114 | 13 | 38.733 |
| 43 KG/M | 140 | 70 | 114 | 14.5 | 44.653 | |
| 45 KG/M | 145 | 67 | 126 | 14.5 | 45.546 | |
| 50 KG/M | 152 | 70 | 132 | 15.5 | 51.514 | |
| 60 KG/M | 176 | 73 | 150 | 16.5 | 60.64 | |
JIS E 1103/1101 Standard Steel Rail
| Standard: JIS E 1103/1101 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Dimension(mm) | Weight (kg/m) |
Length(m) | |||
| Head | Height | Bottom | Thickness | |||
| JIS 15KG | 42.86 | 79.37 | 79.37 | 8.33 | 15.2 | 9-10 |
| JIS 22KG | 50.8 | 93.66 | 93.66 | 10.72 | 22.3 | 9-10 |
| JIS 30A | 60.33 | 107.95 | 107.95 | 12.3 | 30.1 | 9-10 |
| JIS 37A | 62.71 | 122.24 | 122.24 | 13.49 | 37.2 | 10-25 |
| JIS 50N | 65 | 153 | 127 | 15 | 50.4 | 10-25 |
| CR 73 | 100 | 135 | 140 | 32 | 73.3 | 10-12 |
| CR 100 | 120 | 150 | 155 | 39 | 100.2 | 10-12 |
UIC Standard Steel Rail
| Standard: UIC860 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Dimension(mm) | Weight (kg/m) |
Length(m) | |||
| Head | Height | Bottom | Thickness | |||
| UIC50 | 70 | 152 | 125 | 15 | 50.46 | 12-25 |
| UIC54 | 70 | 159 | 140 | 16 | 54.43 | |
| UIC60 | 74.3 | 172 | 150 | 16.5 | 60.21 | |
- Cross-Section: Features a robust I-beam shape (head, web, foot) designed for high bending resistance and stability.
- Material: Made from high-strength, anti-fatigue steel, like U71Mn or 50Mn, suitable for heavy dynamic loads.
Common Rail Steel Grades Worldwide:
| Grade | Standard / Region | Typical Composition (wt%) |
| R260 | EN 13674-1 (Europe) | C: 0.67–0.80, Mn: 0.90–1.20, Si: ≤0.50 |
| R350HT | EN 13674-1 (Europe) | C: 0.75–0.85, Mn: 0.80–1.20, Cr: 0.20–0.50 |
| Grade 260 | AREMA (North America) | C: ~0.77, Mn: ~1.0–1.2, Si: ~0.2 |
| Grade 350 | AREMA + Mill Specs (USA/Canada) | C: 0.78–0.83, Mn: 0.90–1.20, Cr: 0.2–0.6, + V/Nb (microalloyed) |
| BH Rail (Bainitic) | JIS E 1101 (Japan), adopted in EU/India | C: 0.65–0.80, Mn: 1.0–1.4, Cr/Mo/Ni (optional, mill-specific) |
| U71Mn | GB/T 2585 (China) | C: 0.65–0.77, Mn: 1.10–1.40, Si: 0.15–0.35 |
| U75V | GB/T 2585 (China) | C: 0.67–0.77, Mn: 0.70–1.00, V: 0.04–0.12 |
- Applications: Ideal for main railway lines, high-speed passenger lines, heavy-haul freight, subways, and industrial transport systems.
What are the advantages of using a 60kg rail?
The advantages of using a 60kg rail include superior strength and stability for heavy loads, longer service life with reduced wear, lower maintenance costs due to better load distribution, improved safety for high-speed trains, and cost-effectiveness for heavy-haul mainlines, making it a mainstream choice for modern railways needing high performance.
Key Advantages:
** High Load Capacity:** Engineered to handle axle loads over 30 tons, ideal for heavy freight and high-speed passenger trains.
** Enhanced Stability:** Larger section modulus resists bending and deformation, providing superior vertical and lateral track stability.
** Longer Service Life:** Better wheel pressure distribution reduces contact stress and wear, extending rail life and cutting replacement costs.
** Reduced Maintenance:** Lower wear rates and improved load transfer to ballast mean less frequent maintenance and longer inspection cycles.
** Improved Performance:** Supports higher train speeds (e.g., up to 160 km/h) and traffic density with greater safety and smoother rides.
** Cost-Effective:** Offers high performance and durability, providing better overall economic benefits for demanding routes like mainlines and heavy-haul corridors.
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