AREMA Rail
AREMA Rail, the North American railway industry’s authoritative standard, covers design, materials, manufacturing, and maintenance. Using high-carbon/low-alloy steel, profiles like 115RE/132RE suit heavy-haul freight and passenger rail, ensuring durability in extreme conditions. Widely used in North American rail networks, mining, industrial, and port systems, they reduce maintenance costs through long-term stability under heavy loads.
Key Features & Benefits
- Stringent North American Standards:
Compliant with AREMA’s rigorous specifications for design, material composition (high-carbon/low-alloy steel), and manufacturing, ensuring safety and performance. - Extreme Durability:
Built to withstand heavy loads, high temperatures, and dynamic stresses, reducing maintenance costs and extending service life. - Versatile Applications:
Used in freight rail networks, passenger transit systems, mining operations, industrial plants, and port logistics across North America and globally. - Customizable Solutions:
Available in lengths from 12m to 25m (or as per project requirements) and three strength grades: Standard, Intermediate, High Strength/Head Hardened.
Core Applications of AREMA Rail
AREMA standard rails are engineered to perform in demanding transportation and industrial systems, supporting freight, passenger, and off-track operations.
✅Freight Railway Systems
Designed for heavy-haul corridors, AREMA rails like 132RE and 141RE offer high load-bearing strength for bulk cargo, coal, and long-distance freight trains.
✅Passenger Transit Lines
Used in commuter and high-speed systems, these rails ensure smooth operation, structural stability, and long service life under constant daily traffic.
✅Industrial & Mining Tracks
Proven in harsh operating environments such as mining rail lines, port cranes, and material yards, delivering durability and reliable load performance.
Customization Services
- Profile & Length Adjustments: Tailor rail dimensions (e.g., 12m to 25m+) to match specific project layouts.
- Strength Grading: Choose Standard, Intermediate, or Head-Hardened steel for load-specific requirements.
- Specialized Treatments: Corrosion-resistant coatings for coastal areas or thermal hardening for arctic operations.
- Profile & Length Adjustments: Tailor rail dimensions (e.g., 12m to 25m+) to match specific project layouts.
Technical Specifications
Below are the detailed specifications for AREMA Rail, including sizes from 90lb to 141lb:
| Size | Rail height(mm) | Bottom Width(mm) | Head Width(mm) | Web Thickness(mm) | Weight(kg/m) |
| 90lb 90ARA-A (TR45) | 142.90 | 130.20 | 65.10 | 14.30 | 44.65 |
| 100lb 100RE | 152.40 | 136.50 | 68.30 | 14.30 | 50.34 |
| 115lb 115RE (TR57) | 168.30 | 139.70 | 69.10 | 15.90 | 56.90 |
| 119lb 119RE | 173.10 | 139.70 | 67.50 | 15.90 | 58.86 |
| 132lb 132RE | 180.90 | 152.40 | 76.20 | 16.60 | 65.58 |
| 133lb 133RE | 179.39 | 152.40 | 76.20 | 17.46 | 66.10 |
| 136lb 136RE (TR68) | 185.70 | 152.40 | 74.60 | 17.50 | 67.50 |
| 141lb 141RE | 188.91 | 152.40 | 77.79 | 17.46 | 69.94 |
If you are seeking other types of railroad track for sale, the professional team at Glory Rail is ready to assist you. Please feel free to contact us at any time.
Why Choose Glory Rail?
- Quality Assurance: Rigorously tested AREMA Rails meet North American standards for dimensions, materials, and tensile strength.
- Proven Expertise: Decades of supplying AREMA-compliant rails for freight, transit, and industrial use across the U.S., Canada, and globally.
- Full-Service Support: Technical guidance for profile selection (e.g., 115RE) and efficient global logistics.
- Value & Sustainability: Competitive pricing with a focus on recycled materials and long-term performance.