Mining rail refers to steel rail sections specifically designed for underground and surface mining transport systems. These rails are used to support mine carts, locomotives, and material handling equipment operating under confined spaces, frequent starts and stops, and abrasive working conditions.
Compared with mainline railway rails, mining rails focus more on manageable weight, stable geometry, and installation flexibility. They are widely used in coal mines, metal mines, tunneling projects, and industrial haulage systems where short-distance transport efficiency matters more than high speed.
At Glory Steel Work, we supply GB standard mining rails engineered for reliable performance, consistent dimensions, and long service life in demanding mining environments.
Mining rail is a category of rail products developed for light to medium-duty transport lines inside mines and industrial sites. It is commonly installed in underground tunnels, shafts, and temporary haulage routes.
Key characteristics of mining rail include:
Detailed dimensions and weights of all rail models
| Type of Rail | Standard | Dimensions mm | Steel Grade | Mass M | |||
| A | F | C | t | kg/m | |||
| 8kg | GB/T 11264-2025 | 65 | 65 | 25 | 7 | Q235B | 8.42 |
| 9kg | GB/T 11264-2025 | 63.5 | 63.5 | 32.1 | 5.9 | Q235B | 8.94 |
| 12kg | GB/T 11264-2025 | 69.85 | 69.85 | 38.1 | 7.54 | Q235B | 12.2 |
| 15kg | GB/T 11264-2025 | 79.37 | 79.37 | 42.86 | 8.33 | Q235B/55Q | 15.2 |
| 18kg | GB/T 11264-2025 | 90 | 90 | 40 | 10 | Q235B/55Q | 18.06 |
| 22kg | GB/T 11264-2025 | 93.66 | 93.66 | 50.8 | 10.72 | Q235B/55Q | 22.3 |
| 24kg | GB/T 11264-2025 | 107 | 107 | 51 | 10.9 | Q235B/55Q | 24.46 |
| 30kg | GB/T 11264-2025 | 107.95 | 107.95 | 60.33 | 12.3 | Q235B/55Q | 30.1 |
Glory Steel Work mining rails are produced using Q235 or 55Q carbon steel, two steel grades commonly specified for light mining rail systems and industrial haulage lines.
These materials are selected to balance load capacity, wear resistance, and fabrication cost, making them suitable for underground mining, short-distance transport tracks, and temporary rail systems.
All mining rails supplied by Glory Steel Work are manufactured through controlled hot rolling and standardized finishing processes to ensure stable performance and reliable installation.
Key quality controls focus on practical site requirements rather than over-engineering:
Beyond standard mining rail supply, Glory Steel Work provides flexible processing and customization services to support real-world mining and industrial installation needs.
Available services include:
Glory Steel Work supplies a full range of mining rails designed for light railway systems in mining, tunneling, and industrial transport applications.
Whether your project requires standard rails for routine transport or customized short rails for confined spaces, our team supports reliable supply and consistent quality from production to delivery.
Why Source Mining Rail from Glory Steel Work?
With years of experience supplying light rail systems to mining and industrial projects, Glory Steel Work helps customers reduce procurement risk while keeping installation and operating costs under control.
