ASCE 85 Rail
Product Overview
The ASCE 85 heavy-duty rail (Also called 85 lb rail) is a high-strength, corrosion-resistant steel rail designed for heavy-load applications. Designed in strict adherence to ASTM A1 standards, Gloryrail’s ASCE 85 compliant rail products are engineered to meet the most rigorous demands of heavy-haul freight networks, industrial crane systems, and high-traffic rail infrastructure.
Key features
Material & Dimensions
Standard: ASTM A1
Material: High-strength carbon steel (U71Mn, 55Q)
Weight: 42.3 kg/m (85 lb/yd)
Dimensions:
Head Width: 65.09 mm
Rail Height: 131.76 mm
Base Width: 131.76 mm
Web Thickness: 14.29 mm
Length: 6–25 meters (customizable upon request)
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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