ISCOR 30 Rail

ISCOR 30 Rail is a South African standard 30 kg/m-class rail manufactured in accordance with ISCOR (South African Steel Corporation) standards, typically produced using Grade 700 and Grade 900A steel. Grade 700 is suitable for general industrial rail applications and offers stable overall performance, while Grade 900A features higher strength and superior wear resistance, making it more suitable for mining and heavy-duty operating conditions.

Every rail delivered with traceable quality assurance

ISCOR 30 Rail Specifications

Parameter	Value	Parameter	Value
Rail Size	ISCOR 30 / 30kg Rail	Rail Type	Light-duty Rail
Standard	ISCOR	Material	Grade 700 / 900A
Rail Height	109.54 mm	Head Width	57.15 mm
Bottom Width	109.54 mm	Web Thickness	11.50 mm
Weight	30.25 kg/m	Length	6-12 m or customized

For custom lengths or higher-strength materials, please contact our team for tailored production solutions.

ISCOR 30 Rail Material Strength

Grade 700	Mechanical Property						Chemical Composition (%)
	Yield Strength		Tensile Strength		Elongation	Hardness	C	Si	Mn	S	P
	MPa	kg/mm²	MPa	kg/mm²	min	HB				≤	≤
	≥ 350	≥ 35	≥ 700	≥ 71	≥ 10%	220-260	0.50-0.70	0.15-0.35	0.80-1.30	0.04	0.04
900A	Mechanical Property						Chemical Composition(%)
	Yield strength		Tensile strength		Elongation	Hardness	C	Si	Mn	S	P
	MPa	kg/mm²	MPa	kg/mm²	min	HB	C	Si	Mn	≤	≤
	—	—	880-1030	—	10%	—	0.60-0.80	0.10-0.50	0.80-1.30	0.040	0.040

ISCOR 30kg Rail Application Range

1. Suburban and Regional Railway Branches in South Africa

These lines handle short-distance passenger and freight transport with frequent starts and stops, operating in the variable climates of both coastal and inland regions. ISCOR 30 rails, with their outstanding fatigue strength, reduce operational disruptions caused by frequent maintenance on branch lines, provide stable connections between remote industrial areas and mainline hubs, and ensure the smooth transport of regional agricultural and mineral products.

2. In-mine Transport Tracks (South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe)

Mine cars operate under high-intensity conditions on steep gradients, sharp curves, and in dust-filled environments. The high wear resistance of these rails effectively resists abrasion from ore debris, mitigates “gauge expansion” and lateral wear, significantly reduces the risk of derailment, and ensures mining operations are not halted due to track failures.

3. Light-duty freight yards at ports and logistics hubs

Low-speed, heavy-load container and bulk cargo shunting frequently subjects rail joints to impact. ISCOR 30 rails feature strong resistance to compression failure, effectively withstanding “rail end flattening” and impact deformation. This reduces downtime for maintenance at ports and provides reliable support for 24-hour uninterrupted freight turnover.

4. Narrow-Gauge Transport Lines in Industrial Plants

Space is limited within the premises of steel mills, power plants, and other industrial facilities, where tracks are often laid on concrete subgrades. With a moderate cross-sectional height and easy installation, these rails possess excellent toughness. They absorb vibrations generated by heavy-load flatcars and ladle cars, protecting the subgrade and extending the service life of the entire track system.

5. Auxiliary Rails for Small Station Siding Tracks and Turnouts

Siding tracks are subjected to enormous lateral forces when trains change tracks. ISCOR 30 rails feature metallurgical uniformity, facilitating the machining of switch blades and frogs. Additionally, their consistent rail head hardness effectively prevents premature “peeling” and chipping in curved rail sections, ensuring safe and reliable train operations when stopping or passing through sidings.

6. Temporary Material Transport Tracks for Infrastructure Projects

Projects such as dams and tunnels require the rapid installation of temporary transport lines. Standard lengths of 9 to 25 meters facilitate lifting and relocation, while high tensile strength allows the rails to adapt to uncompacted ballast beds. Resistant to bending and deformation, they provide a stable passage for heavy-duty dump trucks, effectively shortening the earthwork and rock transport cycle and reducing secondary transshipment costs.

Advantages of ISCOR 30 Rail

Optimized Section Geometry: Wider rail base improves ground contact stability, reduces rail deflection under frequent light freight loads.
Grade 700 / 900A Wear Resistance: High surface hardness resists wheel friction and impact from turnout switches, extending service life for yard operation.
Low Maintenance Cost: Uniform hot rolling dimension control minimizes uneven abrasion, less frequent track repair & replacement.
Full Custom Machining: Factory pre-drilling, end flat cutting, chamfer processing to reduce on-site construction time.
Complete Quality Traceability: Each production batch marked with heat number, chemical & mechanical test data recorded in MTC for project audit.

Custom processing for ISCOR 30KG Rail

Glory Rail has a full fabrication shop for ISCOR 30 rail. We can cut rails to exact length, drill holes for any pattern (including non‑standard layouts), induction harden the head, and apply laser or stamp marking for full traceability.

We also offer cold and hot bending – useful for curved track sections, turntables, and crane runways.

Precision rail end beveling is available if you need a custom head profile.

For corrosion protection, we do hot‑dip galvanizing and other advanced surface treatments.

And we can machine bolt hole configurations to match special mounting requirements – slotting, countersinking, or multiple rows.

With decades of engineering experience in rail manufacturing, Glory Rail focuses on delivering precision-engineered rail systems designed for demanding industrial applications. Operating under established ISCOR specifications with ISO-certified quality management, we integrate controlled steel processing and in-process inspection to ensure consistent dimensional accuracy, mechanical performance, and long-term operational reliability.

Quality Control & Certification for ISCOR 30kg Rail

Our rail factory holds ISO 9001:2025 Quality Management System Certificate, complete export manufacturing qualification, and third-party annual mechanical performance audit authorized by national metal testing institute.

Raw Material Inspection: All steel billets carry metallurgical furnace report, eliminate impurity unqualified raw materials.
Online Rolling Monitoring: Real-time dimensional laser detection during hot rolling to control section tolerance strictly.
Finished Product Sampling Test: Random tensile, yield, elongation, hardness sampling for every production batch, issue official MTC.
Third-Party Verification: Support SGS, BV independent inspection before shipment as client requirement.
Compliance Certification: All products meet SABS ISCOR light rail design standards, pass local African railway engineering acceptance.

All test reports, factory certificates, inspection photos can be provided to clients for project bidding documents.

Full accessory package for ISCOR 30KG rail systems

As a supplier who actually works with South Africa Standard 30kg rail every day, we don’t just sell the rail itself. Glory Rail stocks a full range of compatible mounting accessories so you get a complete system – one order, no guessing whether parts fit.

Fishplates (Joint Bars): Our ISCOR 22kg rail fishplates are available with 4-hole or 6-hole designs in lengths from 300–500 mm. Manufactured from high-strength carbon steel, they provide secure rail joints for industrial and mining rail systems. Insulated fishplates are also available for signaling and electrified tracks.

Rail Clamps: We supply adjustable, weld-on, and bolt-down rail clamps to prevent lateral rail movement. Various designs are available to suit different track structures and load requirements.

Rail Pads (Rail Seat Pads): Rubber, polyurethane, and composite rail pads reduce vibration, noise, and impact while extending rail service life. Both continuous and segmented pads are available.

Steel Tie Plates: Manufactured from Q235B, Q345B, or ASTM A36 steel, our tie plates provide reliable load distribution, stable rail support, and excellent weldability for industrial track systems.

Thermite Welding Kits: Our thermite welding kits create high-strength rail joints for on-site installation without external power. They are widely used for mining railways, crane rails, and continuous welded track.

Rail System Integration Support

Technical support available for rail selection, fastening design, and installation planning for ISCOR rail systems.

Global Shipping & Logistics: Your Partner in Reliable ISCOR 30 Rail 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.

FAQ

What’s the difference between ISCOR 30 RAIL and ISCOR 22 rail?

ISCOR 30 RAIL has heavier meter weight, wider base and higher bending strength, suitable for medium freight loads; ISCOR 22 rail only fits light-load mine temporary tracks.

Can you provide ISCOR 30kg RAIL MTC for customs clearance?

Yes. Every batch ISCOR 30 rail comes with official Mill Test Certificate, which is recognized by South African, Zambian railway customs & inspection departments.

Is custom length and hole drilling service available?

We support fully customized cutting length and pre-drilling according to your track construction drawing, no extra long lead time for standard processing.