AS60 Rail — AS1085 (60 kg/m)
Product Overview
AS60 is a heavy-duty rail section specified under AS1085 with a nominal mass of 60 kg/m. It is widely applied in heavy-load industrial tracks, mining haulage lines, and secondary mainline railways. Manufactured in 900A or 1100 grades, AS60 rail can also be supplied with head-hardening treatment for extended wear life.
Key Features
Dimensions:
Weight: 60.6kg/m
Head Width: 70 mm
Rail Height: 170 mm
Base Width: 146 mm
Web Thickness: 16.5 mm
Length:6 to 18m, custom available
Optional Steel Grades:900A / 1100
Standards: AS 1085.1
Materials & Quality Assurance
Materials: Supplied primarily in 900A carbon-manganese rail steel; 1100 head-hardened grade available for high wear or heavy-axle load conditions.
Certification: Each shipment can include MTC showing chemical composition, tensile strength, hardness, impact test results.
Inspection: Third-party inspection (SGS, BV, Lloyd’s, etc.) available upon request.
Welding: Compatible with aluminothermic and flash-butt welding processes; detailed welding procedures available.
Typical Applications
Heavy-duty industrial sidings and freight yards.
Mining haulage lines (underground and surface).
Secondary mainline railway tracks with moderate to heavy axle loads.
Harbor and port railways requiring durability under frequent heavy traffic.
Maintenance workshops and plant trackage.
FAQs
Q: What steel grades are available for AS60?
A: Standard grade is 900A; 1100 hardened grade is available for higher strength and wear resistance.
Q: Can you supply AS60 in head-hardened condition?
A: Yes, head-hardened AS60 is available upon request for high-wear environments.
Q: Are accessories like fishplates and rail clips included?
A: Yes, matching accessories can be supplied as part of a complete rail package.
Why Choose Our AS60 Rails？
Accurate profile supply to AS1085 standards with CAD drawing support.
Certified quality with MTC and optional third-party verification.
Flexible supply: short lengths for mining; long welded rails for industrial lines.
Technical expertise: guidance on welding, fastening systems, and track installation.
Global shipping experience with seaworthy packing and secure loading.