The GB 60kg rail is a heavy rail characterized by its scientific cross-sectional design and excellent mechanical properties. Its name derives directly from its theoretical weight of approximately 60 kilograms per meter. Its precise cross-sectional dimensions are the foundation of its high performance.
The main dimensional parameters of the 60kg rail's cross-section are as follows:
- Head width: 73 mm
- Web thickness: 16.5 mm
- Foot width: 150 mm
- Total height: 176 mm
This section profile-featuring a substantial head, a robust web, and a stable base-provides superior bending resistance, lateral stability, and load-bearing capacity compared to lighter rails, such as the GB 50kg/m rail (rail height 152mm, foot width 132mm).
| 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 | |
The cross-sectional outline of the 60kg heavy rail is very similar to the widely used international UIC60 rail, but there are slight differences in detailed dimensions, such as the web and foot, to adapt to different subgrade and fastening system requirements. Compared to the AREMA 136RE rail (weighing approximately 68 kg/m) commonly used in North American heavy-haul railways, the GB 60kg/m rail offers a different technical option while ensuring sufficient strength.
GNEE RAIL can not only supply rails with precise dimensions conforming to various international standards such as GB, UIC, AREMA, and EN but also has a professional technical team to provide customers with detailed cross-sectional parameter comparisons and selection advice. We supply various specifications of heavy rails, light rails, and crane rails. Contact us for more rail information.