55E1 Rail
Product Overview
The 55E1 rail(often called “U 55 rail” in older national standards) is a heavy-duty railway rail profile primarily used in specialized heavy haulage, industrial, and urban transit applications.55E1 steel Rail is a kind of EN standard heavy rail. It is an uncommon rail type.
Key Features
Dimensions:
Weight: 56.03kg/m ( 123.52lb/yd)
Head Width: 62 mm | Rail Height: 155 mm | Base Width: 134 mm | Web Thickness: 19 mm
Length: customized from 5m to 25m.
Material & Mechanical Properties
Standards:Dimensions: EN 13674-4 (custom variant).
Mechanical properties: EN 13674-1 (R260/R350HT grades).
Customization Services
Pre-drilled bolt patterns, stress-relieved ends, and corrosion protection (galvanization or epoxy-polyester paint).
Due to 55E1 is not a universally recognized EN standard. The minimum order quantity(MOQ) is 1,000 tons.
Accessories:
Rail clips
Rail Pads
Fish Plates & bolts for secure 55E1 rail joints.
Applications
Underground Mining Transport
The hardened R260Mn and R350HT steel grades of 55E1 withstand abrasive ore‑cart traffic, uneven track beds, and moisture, delivering multi‑year service.
Heavy‑Haul Freight Mainlines
Supporting axle loads up to 35 t, extend maintenance intervals, and carry block trains without failures.
Rail‑Mounted Gantry Crane Tracks
Also for heavy container‑handling cranes, 55E1 rails maintain precise ±0.5 mm rail‑gap tolerances under cyclic loads and resist corrosion when galvanized.
Industrial Transfer & Handling Systems
In steel mills and power plants, 55E1 rails serve ladle cars and bulk‑material wagons, resisting impact and thermal cycling to ensure low‑maintenance, long‑life operation.
Why Choose Us?
🛡️ Reliable Quality: 15＋ years of professional manufacturing experience, serving 500+ enterprise clients.
🌍 Global Compatibility: Compliant with American standards; customizable connectors for global rail systems.
⏱️ Fast Delivery: Standardized production, with regular specifications shipped within 15 days.
📌 Technical Support: Professional engineer team provides installation guidance and technical consultation.
💬 Comprehensive After-Sales: 24-hour response, offering free sample testing.