DIN 536 Crane Rail

The DIN 536 crane rail, standardized by the German Institute for Standardization (DIN), is engineered to deliver unmatched safety and reliability under extreme loads. Widely used in demanding environments, these rails are the backbone of crane systems requiring precision and durability.

DIN 536 Standard A Series Rails

Materials: 50Mn, U71Mn, 900A (S900A), S700, S1100
Available Sizes: A45, A55, A65, A75, A100, A120, A150
Standard Lengths: 12 meters (most common), 10 meters, 15 meter
Standard: DIN 536-1:1991 German Standard
Tensile Strength: S700: ≥690 N/mm², S900A: ≥880 N/mm², S1100: ≥1080 N/mm²
Processing Services: Cutting, drilling, end milling, fishplate machining, rail bending, rail welding
Complete Rail Accessories: Rail clips with rubber nose, weldable clip bases, elastic rail pads, sole plates, fishplates, fastening bolts & nuts, leveling bolts
Supply Capability: Stock available for common sizes, Fast global delivery, Export packing available

Need special rail lengths or higher-strength materials? Contact Glory Rail for custom production.

What Is DIN 536 Crane Rail？

DIN 536 Crane Rail, commonly referred to as Type A crane rail, is a specialized type of crane rail widely used in European industrial projects. It is manufactured and inspected primarily in accordance with the DIN 536-1:1991 standard. Compared to standard railway rails, the DIN 536 rail profile is structurally designed with a greater emphasis on adaptability to crane operating conditions. It features a wider flange, thicker web, and a lower overall center of gravity, enabling it to effectively withstand the high wheel loads and lateral impact loads generated during crane operation, while enhancing the stability and durability of the rail system.

To meet varying load-bearing requirements, the DIN 536 series covers a wide range of specifications from A45 to A150, where the numerical designation represents the rail head width (in millimeters), facilitating selection by engineering designers based on wheel load parameters and equipment type. Thanks to its high dimensional accuracy, excellent wear resistance, and reliable long-term performance, the DIN 536 Crane Rail is widely used in port terminals, steel mills, shipbuilding facilities, and various heavy-duty industrial crane track systems, making it a common track solution for high-load crane runway applications.

Why Choose Glory Rail for DIN536 Crane Rails?

Glory Rail delivers high-quality DIN 536 crane rails engineered for demanding crane applications, with reliable material performance, precise dimensional control, and complete project support.

Key Features

Available Sizes & Steel Grades

Glory Rail supplies the full DIN 536 crane rail range with multiple material and strength options to meet different project requirements.

Available Sizes: A45, A55, A65, A75, A100, A120, A150

The number indicates the rail head width in millimeters.

Available Materials:

50Mn: Commonly used for A45–A55
U71Mn: Popular for A65–A120
900A (S900A): Higher strength and better wear resistance
S1100: Premium alloy grade for extreme-duty applications

Tensile Strength Options：

S700: ≥690 N/mm² —— Standard grade and the most commonly selected option for general crane runway applications.
S900A: ≥880 N/mm² —— Higher-strength grade designed for heavier wheel loads and more demanding operating conditions.
S1100: ≥1080 N/mm² —— Premium alloy grade offering maximum strength, hardness, and wear resistance for extreme-duty applications.

Processing Services

In addition to standard DIN 536 crane rails, Glory Rail offers a full range of rail processing services, including custom cutting, drilling, end milling, curved rail bending, welding preparation, and surface treatment such as painting or galvanizing. With advanced equipment and experienced technicians, we deliver ready-to-install crane rail solutions tailored to your project requirements.

Technical Resources & Engineering Support

To support engineering design, procurement, and on-site installation, Glory Rail provides comprehensive technical documentation and application guidance for DIN 536 crane rail systems, helping ensure correct selection and safe implementation.

Our technical resources include rail dimension drawings, section property tables, dimensional tolerance standards, material mechanical performance data, installation guidelines, welding recommendations, and fastening system selection references, all prepared to support real engineering requirements.

Specifications of A45, A55, A65, A75, A100, A120, A150 Crane Rails

Size	Rail height (mm)	Bottom Width (mm)	Head Width (mm)	Web Thickness (mm)	Steel Grade	Weight(kg/m)
A45	55	125	45	24	50Mn	22.10
A55	65	150	55	31	50Mn	31.80
A65	75	175	65	38	U71Mn	43.10
A75	85	200	75	45	U71Mn	56.20
A100	95	200	100	60	U71Mn	74.30
A120	105	220	120	72	U71Mn	100.00
A150	150	220	150	80	U71Mn	150.30

Crane Rail Detailed Dimensions for A45, A55, A65, A75, A100, A120, A150.

DIN536 Crane Rail Material

Crane Rail Symbol	Minimum tensile strength, in N/mm²	C	Si (max.)	Mn	P (max.)	S (max.)
A45~A150	690	0.4~0.6	0.35	0.8~1.2	0.045	0.045
A75, A100	880	0.6~0.8	0.5	0.8~1.3	0.045	0.045
A120, A150	880	0.55~0.75	0.5	1.3~1.7	0.045	0.045

Commonly Used Steel Chemical Compositions

Steel Grade	C (%)	Si	Mn	Cr	V	P	S	Tensile Strength （Rm/MPa)
50Mn	0.48-0.56	0.17-0.37	0.70-1.00	0.25	–	≤0.035	≤0.035	≥645
U71Mn	0.65~0.76	0.15~0.58	0.70~1.40	–	–	≤0.035	≤0.030	≥880
900A	0.60-0.80	0.10-0.50	0.80-1.30	–	–	≤0.040	≤0.040	≥880
U75V	0.71~0.80	0.50~0.80	0.75~1.05	–	0.04~0.12	≤0.035	≤0.030	≥980
U78CrV	0.72~0.82	0.50~0.80	0.70~1.05	0.30~0.50	0.04~0.12	≤0.035	≤0.030	≥1080
U77MnCr	0.72~0.82	0.10~0.50	0.80~1.10	0.25~0.40	–	≤0.035	≤0.025	≥980
U76CrRE	0.71~0.81	0.50~0.80	0.80~1.10	0.25~0.35	0.04~0.08	≤0.035	≤0.025	≥1080

We Supply A Full Range of Crane Rails

Crane Rail Type	Standard	Available Sizes	Material	Standard Length	Typical Application
QU Series	Chinese YB/T 5055-2014	QU70, QU80,QU100, QU120	U71Mn, U75V	12m	Overhead & Steel Mill Cranes
A Series	German DIN536	A45, A55, A65, A75, A100, A120, A150	50Mn, U71Mn	10m / 12m / 15m	Heavy-Duty Crane Systems
ASCE Series	ASTM A1 / AREMA	ASCE25, ASCE30, ASCE40, ASCE50, ASCE60, ASCE70, ASCE75, ASCE85	700 / 900A / 1100	6m – 25m	Industrial Crane Rails
UIC Series	UIC860-0 / EN13674-1	UIC50 / UIC54 / UIC60	900A / 1100	12m – 25m	Industrial & Transport Systems
BS Series	British BS11-1985	BS50’O’, BS60A, BS60R, BS75A, BS75R, BS80A, BS100A, BS113A	700 / 900A	8m – 25m	Port & Shipyard Cranes
JIS Series	Japanese JIS E1103/1101	15kg, 22kg, 30A, 37A, 50N,CR73, CR100	According to JIS	9m – 10m	Light Industrial Rail Systems
AS Series	Australian AS1085	31kg, 41kg, 47kg, 50kg,53kg, 60kg, 66kg, 68kg,73kg, 86kg, 89kg	900A / 1100	8m – 25m	Heavy Industrial Rail Systems
ISCOR Series	South African ISCOR	15kg, 22kg, 30kg,40kg, 48kg, 57kg	700 / 900A	9m – 25m	Mining & Industrial Tracks