Product Description
The UIC60 rail (often called 60E1) is a heavy-duty steel rail built to the EN 13674-1 standard. It is the most popular choice for modern railways because it is extremely strong and safe.
At Gnee Rails, we use premium steel to ensure our rails can handle heavy freight and high-speed passenger trains without breaking or wearing down quickly. In addition to rails, we offer other fastener products such as fastener systems, fishplates, and track spikes, etc.
What are the common uses for 60E1 rails?
Because the UIC 60 profile is so strong, it is used in the most demanding projects:
- National Mainlines: For heavy-load freight trains.
- High-Speed Rail: For trains running up to 320 km/h.
- Industrial Links: Connecting mines, ports, and large factories.
Mechanical Properties of UIC60 Rail
| Standard | Steel Grades | Mechanical Properties |
| Rm MPa | min A5 % | HB |
| EN 13674 – 1 (2006) | R200 | min | 14 | 200 – 240 |
| 680 |
| R260 | min | 10 | 260 – 300 |
| 880 |
| R260 MN | min | 10 | 260 – 300 |
| 880 |
| R350 HT | min | 9 | 350 – 390 |
| 1175 |
Dimension Comparison
Below is a comparison of the most common heavy rail profiles to help you decide.
| UIC 60 standard rail |
| Type | Diameter (mm) | Unit weight (kg/m) | Material | Length (m) |
| H.W (mm) | H (mm) | B.W (mm) | W.T (mm) |
| 49 E1 (S49) | 70 | 149 | 125 | 14 | 49.39 | 900A/1100 | 12-25m |
| UIC54 | 70 | 159 | 140 | 16 | 54.43 | 900A/1100 | 12-25m |
| UIC60 | 74.3 | 172 | 150 | 16.5 | 60.21 | 900A/1100 | 12-25m |
How can Gnee Rails customize your order?
Our factory offers a full “Custom Package” for every client:
- Custom Lengths: Whether you need short sections for maintenance or long rails for new tracks, we cut them precisely.
- Drilling Service: We can pre-drill fishplate holes based on your engineering drawings, saving you time and labor on the construction site.
- Special Coatings: If your railway is near the sea or in a wet area, we can apply anti-corrosion coatings to make the rails last longer.
How do we guarantee quality for international projects?
We provide:
- MTC (Mill Test Certificate): Every batch comes with a document showing its chemical and physical properties.
- Third-Party Inspection: We welcome companies like SGS or BV to inspect the rails before they leave our factory.
- ISO Certified Production: Our factory follows strict ISO quality management systems to ensure every meter of rail is perfect.
- Superior Steel Grades for Long Life: We use premium steel to produce various grades, including R260 and R350HT (Heat Treated). Our 60E1 rails are designed for high wear resistance, meaning they last longer on heavy-haul freight lines and high-speed tracks, saving you money on future maintenance.
