Heavy Rail Supplier
Reliable Heavy Steel Rails for Railway, Mining & Industrial Infrastructure
Heavy rail refers to steel rail sections weighing 38 kg/m or above, designed for high axle loads, frequent traffic, and long-term infrastructure projects. Glory Rail supplies heavy rails manufactured to GB, EN, UIC, AREMA, and other international standards for customers worldwide.
Available Heavy Rail Profiles
Comprehensive Heavy Steel Rails Manufactured to International Standards
Heavy-duty rails are suitable for high axle loads, high-frequency operations, and harsh operating conditions. Glory Rail offers heavy-duty rails that comply with multiple international standards and are widely used in national railways, freight railways, mining railways, port tracks, steel mills, and various industrial transportation systems.
In addition to standard models, we also provide customized services—such as drilling, cut-to-length, machining, and anti-corrosion treatment—based on project requirements, offering customers more efficient and reliable rail solutions.
Available Standards
GB standard: 38kg, 43kg, 50kg, 60kg, 75kg
JIS standard: JIS 50N, JIS 60kg
UIC Rail: UIC 54, UIC 60
AREMA Rail: 115RE, 136RE
BS standard: BS 60A, BS 75A
Key Features of Our Mining Rail
High Load-Carrying Capacity: Heavy-duty rails are specifically designed for transportation systems with high axle loads and high-volume traffic. They offer superior bending resistance and structural stability to meet the demands of long-term heavy-load operation.
Exceptional Fatigue Resistance: Through optimized steel composition and heat treatment processes, heavy-duty rails can withstand long-term cyclic loads, effectively reducing wear, cracks, and fatigue damage while extending service life.
Precise Dimensional Control: Strict production processes and quality inspections ensure that key dimensions—such as rail height, rail head width, and rail base width—meet standard requirements, thereby improving laying accuracy and operational smoothness.
Wide Range of Steel Grades: We offer rail materials in various strength grades, such as U71Mn, R260, and R350HT, allowing customers to select the appropriate grade based on line loads and operating environments.
Supply in Multiple Standard Specifications: We support international standards including GB, UIC, AREMA, JIS, DIN, and BS to meet the specification requirements of various railway, mining, and industrial projects.
Flexible Processing Services: We offer rail cutting to length, drilling, end machining, and custom processing to help customers improve installation efficiency and meet project requirements.
Common Heavy Rail Profiles and Global Standards
| Standard | Rail Profile | Height (mm) | Head Width (mm) | Base Width (mm) | Web Thickness (mm) | Nominal Weight (kg/m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese Standard | GB 38kg | 134 | 68 | 13 | 114 | 38.73 |
| Chinese Standard | GB 43kg | 140 | 70 | 14.5 | 114 | 44.653 |
| Chinese Standard | GB 50kg | 152 | 70 | 15.5 | 132 | 51.514 |
| Chinese Standard | GB 60kg | 176 | 73 | 16.5 | 150 | 60.64 |
| Chinese Standard | GB 75kg | 192 | 75 | 20 | 150 | 74.414 |
| UIC Rail | UIC 54 | 159 | 70 | 14.3 | 140 | 54.77 |
| UIC Rail | UIC 60 | 172 | 72 | 16.5 | 150 | 60.21 |
| JIS Standard | JIS 50N | 153 | 65 | 14 | 127 | 50.4 |
| JIS Standard | JIS 60kg | 174 | 65 | 16 | 150 | 60.8 |
| DIN 5901 | S49 | 149 | 67 | 14 | 125 | 49.4 |
| DIN 5901 | S54 | 154 | 70 | 15 | 140 | 54.6 |
| BS Steel Rail | BS 60A | 152 | 66.7 | 14.2 | 127 | 50.3 |
| BS Steel Rail | BS 75A | 165 | 69.9 | 15.9 | 136.5 | 62.1 |
| BS Steel Rail | BS 90A | 133 | 66.7 | 13.5 | 120.7 | 45.1 |
| BS Steel Rail | BS 113A | 160 | 67 | 15.1 | 133.4 | 56.4 |
| AREMA | 115RE | 172 | 74.6 | 15.9 | 146.1 | 56.9 |
| AREMA | 132RE | 180 | 76.2 | 17.5 | 152.4 | 65.5 |
| AREMA | 136RE | 185 | 76.2 | 18.3 | 158.8 | 67.4 |
Heavy-Duty Rail Solutions for Various Projects
Different projects have varying requirements for rail load-bearing capacity, specifications, and operating conditions. Glory Rail provides heavy-duty rail models tailored to customer needs and offers supporting services such as cutting, drilling, and machining.
With years of experience in rail supply, we provide rail solutions that meet on-site requirements for railway, mining, port, and industrial track projects.
Commonly Used Steel Chemical Compositions
| Steel Grade | Carbon (C) (%) | Silicon (Si) | Manganese (Mn) | Phosphorus (P) | Sulfur (S) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U71Mn | 0.65~0.76 | 0.15~0.58 | 0.70~1.40 | ≤0.035 | ≤0.030 |
| 50Mn | 0.47-0.55 | 0.17-0.37 | 0.70-1.00 | ≤0.030 | ≤0.030 |
| 60Mn | 0.57-0.65 | ≤0.40 | 0.70-1.00 | ≤0.030 | ≤0.030 |
| R260 | 0.60-0.80 | 0.10-0.50 | 0.80-1.30 | ≤0.025 | ≤0.020 |
| R350HT | 0.65-0.82 | 0.10-0.50 | 0.80-1.50 | ≤0.025 | ≤0.020 |
| 1080 | 0.75-0.88 | ≤0.40 | 0.60-0.90 | ≤0.030 | ≤0.030 |
| 1084 | 0.80-0.93 | ≤0.40 | 0.60-0.90 | ≤0.030 | ≤0.030 |
Applications of Heavy Rail
Heavy-Haul Railways
Heavy-haul railway lines typically handle large volumes of freight, placing high demands on the load-bearing capacity and long-term stability of the rails. Due to the high axle loads and frequent train operations, these lines generally use heavy-duty rails with a higher unit weight to enhance the strength of the track structure and reduce maintenance requirements during long-term operation.
Recommended Rail Profiles: UIC60, AREMA 136RE, GB60kg, GB75kg
Recommended Steel Grades:R260, R350HT, U71Mn
Mining Transport Railways
Mining transport environments are typically complex, and rails must withstand continuous impacts and high-frequency loads from ore transport vehicles. For these operating conditions, heavy-duty rails must possess high strength and wear resistance to meet the demands of prolonged, high-intensity transport during mining operations.
Recommended Rail Profiles: GB43kg, GB50kg, GB60kg, UIC54, UIC60
Recommended Steel Grades: U71Mn, 900A, R260
Port and Terminal Track Systems
Port rail systems are used long-term for the operation of container handling equipment, rail-mounted cranes, and large material-handling vehicles, placing higher demands on rail stability and resistance to deformation. Heavy-duty rails can maintain good operational performance under frequent use and high-load conditions, making them suitable for port logistics infrastructure construction.
Recommended Rail Profiles: GB50kg, GB60kg, AREMA 115RE
Recommended Steel Grades: U71Mn,R260
Industrial Plant Railways
Rail transportation in industrial settings—such as steel mills, power plants, and manufacturing facilities—typically involves large transport vehicles and heavy-duty material-handling equipment. Heavy-duty rails must possess excellent impact resistance and dimensional stability to meet the demands of long-term use in continuous production environments.
Recommended Rail Profiles: GB43kg, GB50kg, GB60kg, DIN S49, DIN S54
Recommended Steel Grades:U71Mn, R260
Rail Freight Lines
Rail freight lines must carry large volumes of cargo, placing high demands on the strength, wear resistance, and service life of the rails. Depending on national railway standards and line conditions, appropriate heavy-duty rail grades can be selected to ensure compatibility between the track system and existing railway infrastructure.
Recommended Rail Profiles: UIC54, UIC60, AREMA 115RE, AREMA 132RE, AREMA 136RE
Recommended Steel Grades: R260, R350HT
Packing & Delivery
In Glory Rail, shipments of crane rails are coordinated through established logistics networks to ensure timely delivery to major ports worldwide, supported by flexible transport arrangements tailored to project schedules.
We ship crane rails from China to major industrial ports worldwide, including Rotterdam, Hamburg, Singapore, and other global terminals, via sea, air, or multimodal transport.
Seaworthy Packaging: Rails are coated for corrosion protection and secured with waterproof wrapping and steel strapping for ocean transport stability. Small components such as clamps and bolts are packed separately with reinforced protection.
Supply Chain & Custom Production: With over 20 years of export experience, Glory Rail works with leading steel mills such as Ansteel and Baowu Group, supporting customized rail production including length adjustment and drilling, with direct factory-to-port shipment.
