ASCE 80 Rail
Product Overview
The ASCE 80 heavy-duty rail (Also called 80 lb rail) is a high-strength, corrosion-resistant steel rail designed for heavy-load applications. Designed in strict adherence to ASTM A1/AREMA standards, our ASCE 80 rails and accessories deliver unmatched load-bearing capacity and durability, ensuring seamless operations in mining, port terminals, and intermodal transport systems. With a focus on precision manufacturing, our products minimize maintenance and extend service life in different environments.
Key features
Material & Dimensions
Standard: ASTM A1/AREMA
Material: High-strength carbon steel ( 55Q, U71Mn)
Weight: 39.82 kg/m (80 lb/yd)
Dimensions:
Head Width: 63.50 mm
Rail Height: 127 mm
Base Width: 127 mm
Web Thickness: 13.89 mm
Length: 6/24 m; custom lengths available upon request.
Compliance & Certification
Conforms to AREMA M-1001 and AAR M-101 standards for rail geometry and load distribution.
Material certifications available for U71Mn (tensile strength ≥880 MPa, hardness 260–300 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 crane rail clamps available for complete track solutions.
Applications
Freight & Heavy Haul Railways
Ideal for long-haul freight lines, supporting bulk cargo transport in mining, agriculture, and automotive industries.
Port & Intermodal Terminals
Engineered for container handling systems, ensuring smooth operation under repetitive heavy loads.
Industrial Crane Systems
Resilient design withstands dynamic forces from overhead cranes and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) in steel mills and manufacturing plants .
Mining & Quarry Operations
Abrasion-resistant U71Mn material and robust structure minimize wear in underground and surface mining environments.
Material Composition:
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| 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 | ||||
| U71Mn | Mechanical Property | Chemical Composition | ||||||||||||
| Yield strength | Tensile strength | Elongation | Hardness | C | Si | Mn | S | P | Cr | Ni | Cu | |||
| MPa | kg/mm² | MPa | kg/mm² | min | HB | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ||||
| ≥880 | 9% | 0.65-0.76 | 0.15-0.35 | 1.10-1.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.25 | 0.25 | 0.25 | |||||
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.
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