Mining Rail
Reliable Steel Rail Solutions for Underground & Surface Mining
Mining rail is specially designed for underground mines, surface mining operations, quarry transportation, and industrial haulage systems. It provides a safe and durable track foundation for mine carts, battery locomotives, diesel locomotives, and material transport vehicles operating in demanding environments.
As an experienced mining rail supplier, Glory Rail provides a complete range of light rails, heavy rails, and customized rail accessories for mining railway systems worldwide. Our products comply with international standards and can be supplied together with fishplates, rail clips, bolts, rubber pads, and fastening systems as a complete mining rail solution.
Available Mining Rail Profiles
Comprehensive Rail Sections for Different Mining Applications
Whether you need light rails for manual mine carts or heavy-duty rails for locomotive haulage, Glory Rail offers a comprehensive range of mining rail profiles manufactured to international standards. We supply standard rail sections as well as customized solutions to meet different mine layouts, transport capacities, and operating environments.
Standard Mining Rail Models
- GB standard: 8kg, 9kg, 12kg, 15kg, 18kg, 22kg, 24kg, 30kg
- JIS standard: JIS 15kg, 22kg, 30kg
- American standard: ASCE60, ASCE80, ASCE85
- EN standard: S18, S20, S24
- ISCOR standard: ISCOR 22kg, ISCOR 30kg
Key Features of Our Mining Rail
Designed for Reliable Performance in Demanding Mining Environments
Our mining rails are engineered to withstand the harsh conditions of underground and surface mining operations. Manufactured from high-quality carbon steel or alloy steel, they provide the strength, durability, and reliability required for safe and efficient material transportation.
High Load Capacity: Designed to support mine carts, battery locomotives, and diesel locomotives carrying heavy loads while maintaining stable track performance.
Excellent Wear Resistance: High-strength steel and optimized heat treatment improve resistance to rail head wear, reducing maintenance frequency and extending service life.
High Impact and Fatigue Strength: Built to withstand continuous wheel loads, vibration, and impact commonly found in mining transportation systems.
Multiple International Standards: Available in GB, JIS, EN, and AREMA standards to meet different mining railway specifications worldwide.
Custom Processing Available: Support for cut-to-length rails, drilling, machining, welding, and anti-corrosion treatments based on project requirements.
Complete Mining Rail System Supply: In addition to mining rails, we provide fishplates, rail clips, bolts, rail pads, sleepers, and other fastening components for one-stop procurement.
Common Mining Rail Sizes and Standards
| Type | Head(mm) | Height(mm) | Base(mm) | Web(mm) | Steel Grade | Weight(kg/m) |
| 8kg | 25 | 65 | 54 | 7 | Q235B | 8.42 |
| 9kg | 32.1 | 63.5 | 63.5 | 5.9 | Q235B | 8.94 |
| 12kg | 38.1 | 69.85 | 69.85 | 7.54 | Q235B | 12.2 |
| 15kg | 42.86 | 79.37 | 79.37 | 8.33 | Q235B/55Q | 15.2 |
| 18kg | 40 | 90 | 80 | 10 | Q235B/55Q | 18.06 |
| 22kg | 50.8 | 93.66 | 93.66 | 10.72 | Q235B/55Q | 22.3 |
| 24kg | 51 | 107 | 92 | 10.9 | Q235B/55Q | 24.46 |
| 30kg | 60.33 | 107.95 | 107.95 | 12.3 | Q235B/55Q | 30.1 |
Commonly Used Mining Rail Steel Chemical Compositions
| Steel Grade | C (%) | Si | Mn | Cr | P | S | Tensile Strength （Rm/MPa) |
| Q235B | 0.14-0.22 | 0.30-0.65 | 0.30-0.70 | ≤0.30 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.045 | ≥375 |
| 55Q | 0.50–0.60 | 0.20–0.60 | 0.60–0.90 | ≤0.25 | ≤0.040 | ≤0.045 | ≥690 |
Applications of Mining Rails
Mining rails are selected based on load demands, terrain conditions, and equipment type—ensuring safe and efficient underground or surface transport systems.
✅8kg–15kg Rails
Ideal for light-duty haulage in small-scale mining tunnels, these rails support manual trolleys and compact mining carts over short to moderate distances.
✅18kg–24kg Rails
Used in mid-sized mining operations, they accommodate electric or diesel locomotives and provide stability for high-frequency material transport systems.
✅30kg Rails
Designed for heavy-duty mining routes, these rails endure abrasive conditions, high loads, and long-term service in deep mines and open-pit sites.
How to Select the Right Mining Rail
Consider these key factors to ensure reliable, cost-effective rail performance in your mining operation:
Load Capacity
Choose a rail with suitable weight per meter (kg/m) to match the total load of mining carts or locomotives, ensuring long-term structural safety and stability.
Operating Environment
For abrasive, high-impact, or humid conditions, select 55Q steel grade—known for its excellent hardness, durability, and resistance to deformation.
Budget & Cost Efficiency
If the operation is in a standard environment with moderate loads, Q235B steel offers a cost-effective solution without compromising essential performance.
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.
