The UIC60 rail, we also call it 60E1, is a widely used railway rail profile developed by the European International Railway Union (UIC). It is a heavy-duty rail track that weighs 60.21 kg per meter, designed with an “H”-shaped cross section measuring 172 mm height and 150 mm base width.
Renowned for its robust structure and high load capacity, the UIC60 rail excels in supporting high-speed trains and heavy freight traffic. Its excellent durability allows it to withstand frequent, high-intensity railway operations over long service life.
This versatile rail type is commonly deployed across various railway systems, including high-speed railways, urban transit, subways, and industrial railways such as mines, making it a preferred choice for global rail infrastructure.
The UIC60 rail profile conforms strictly to UIC standards, ensuring seamless compatibility with international railway systems. Below is a detailed overview of the UIC60 rail dimensions, steel grades, and mass per meter. Critical data for precise engineering design and procurement decisions.
| Type of Rail | Standard | Dimensions mm | Steel Grade | Mass M | |||
| Height | Base Width | Head Width | Web Thickness | kg/m | |||
| UIC60 | UIC | 172,00 | 150,00 | 72,00 | 16,50 | R200, R260, R260MN, R350HT | 60,21 |
The UIC60 rail is available in several steel grades including R200, R260, R260Mn, and R350HT to meet diverse operational requirements. Each grade varies in mechanical properties such as yield strength, hardness, and elongation, offering flexibility for projects ranging from standard freight to high-speed passenger lines. The tables below provide comprehensive data on the mechanical and chemical specifications of each steel grade for informed material selection.
| R200 | Mechanical Property | Chemical Composition | |||||||||||
| Yield strength | Tensile strength | Elongation | Hardness | C | Si | Mn | S | P | H ppm | O ppm | |||
| MPa | kg/mm² | MPa | kg/mm² | min | HB | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ||||
| ≥680 | 14% | 200-240 | 0.40-0.60 | 0.15-0.58 | 0.70-1.20 | 0.025 | 0.035 | 3 | 20 | ||||
| R260 | Mechanical Property | Chemical Composition | |||||||||||
| Yield strength | Tensile strength | Elongation | Hardness | C | Si | Mn | S | P | H ppm | O ppm | |||
| MPa | kg/mm² | MPa | kg/mm² | min | HB | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ||||
| ≥880 | 10% | 260-300 | 0.62-0.80 | 0.15-0.58 | 0.70-1.20 | 0.025 | 0.025 | 2.5 | 20 | ||||
| R260Mn | Mechanical Property | Chemical Composition | |||||||||||
| Yield strength | Tensile strength | Elongation | Hardness | C | Si | Mn | S | P | H ppm | O ppm | |||
| MPa | kg/mm² | MPa | kg/mm² | min | HB | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ||||
| ≥880 | 10% | 260-300 | 0.55-0.75 | 0.15-0.60 | 1.30-1.70 | 0.025 | 0.035 | 2.5 | 20 | ||||
| R350HT | Mechanical Property | Chemical Composition | |||||||||||
| Yield strength | Tensile strength | Elongation | Hardness | C | Si | Mn | S | P | H ppm | O ppm | |||
| MPa | kg/mm² | MPa | kg/mm² | min | HB | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ||||
| ≥1175 | 9% | 350-390 | 0.72-0.80 | 0.15-0.58 | 0.70-1.20 | 0.025 | 0.020 | 2.5 | 20 | ||||
As a trusted UIC60 rail supplier based in China, GloryRail is dedicated to delivering premium, reliable, and durable rail track products tailored to your project needs.
High Quality: Partnered with China’s top rail steel factories, our UIC60 rails (60E1) are produced with superior steel offering excellent strength, durability, and stability to withstand heavy loads and high-speed rail traffic.
Customization: We provide tailored processing services including length cutting, drilling for fishplates, and accessory manufacturing to meet your exact UIC60 rail specifications.
Competitive Pricing: Leveraging a robust supply chain, we offer competitive prices without compromising quality, ensuring cost-effective solutions for your railway projects.
Comprehensive Service: With extensive global export experience, our team delivers full support—from pre-sales consultation to after-sales and technical assistance—ensuring smooth procurement and project success.
Our goal is to provide customers with UIC60 track products of high quality, reliability, and durability, and to exceed customer expectations in terms of service. If you need to buy a UIC60 track or have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
If you require UIC60 rails or have any inquiries, contact GloryRail today. We are here to support your railway infrastructure needs with excellence.