ASCE 60 Rail
Product Overview
The ASCE 60 medium-duty rail (Also called 60 lb rail) is a high-strength, corrosion-resistant steel rail designed for heavy-load applications in mining, port logistics, and temporary railway systems. Manufactured to strict ASTM A1 and AREMA standards, it balances durability with cost-effectiveness, making it ideal for scenarios requiring reliable performance.
Key features
Material & Dimensions
Standard: ASTM A1
Material: High-strength carbon steel (55Q)
Weight: 30.1 kg/m (60 lb/yd)
Dimensions:
Head Width: 60.32 mm
Rail Height: 107.95 mm
Base Width: 107.95 mm
Web Thickness: 12.3 mm
Length: 6/24 m; custom lengths available upon request.
Compliance & Certification
Conforms to AREMA standards for rail geometry and load distribution.
Material certifications available for 55Q (tensile strength ≥685 MPa, hardness ≥197 HBW) .
Customization Options
Rail Processing: Pre-drilled bolt holes, miter cuts, and welding services for rapid installation.
Accessories: High-strength fish plates, anti-creep anchors, and rail clamps available for complete track solutions.
Applications
Ideal for long-haul freight lines, supporting bulk cargo transport in mining, agriculture, and automotive industries.
Engineered for container handling systems, ensuring smooth operation under repetitive heavy loads.
Optimized for automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and overhead cranes in steel mills and manufacturing plants.
Resilient design withstands abrasive conditions in underground and surface mining environments.
Material Composition:
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| Q235B | Mechanical property | Chemical composition(%) | |||||||||
| Yield strength | Tensile strength | Elongation | Hardness | C | Si | Mn | S | P | |||
| MPa | kg/mm² | MPa | kg/mm² | min | HB | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | |||
| ≥ | ≥ | ||||||||||
| 235 | 24 | 375-460 | 38-47 | 26% | 0.12-0.22 | 0.35 | 0.30-0.70 | 0.045 | 0.045 | ||
| 55Q | Mechanical property | Chemical composition(%) | |||||||||
| Yield strength | Tensile strength | Elongation | Hardness | C | Si | Mn | S | P | |||
| MPa | kg/mm² | MPa | kg/mm² | min | HBW | ≤ | ≤ | ||||
| ≥ | ≥ | ≥ | ≥ | ≥ | |||||||
| 685 | 69 | 197 | 0.50-0.60 | 0.15-0.35 | 0.60-0.90 | 0.04 | 0.04 | ||||
Why Choose Us?
As a leading rail Supplier in China, we use localized manufacturing expertise to offer competitive pricing and rapid delivery. Our ASCE series rail is trusted globally for its consistent quality, safety, and we have more than 15 years experience focused on steel rails.
Explore our full range of steel rails solutions and request a quote today. Partner with us for reliable, high-performance rails that drive efficiency in your operations.