GB Standard 30KG Light Steel Rail
Industrial and mining railways impose specific performance demands on rails, including repetitive loading, harsh environments, and long-term operational stability. GB Standard 30KG Light Steel Rail has been developed to meet these requirements while offering cost efficiency and reliable performance.
Unlike very light rails, which may suffer from rapid wear or bending, the 30kg rail provides sufficient cross-sectional strength to resist fatigue and maintain track geometry even under continuous operation.
| Rail Section Part | Functional Role |
|---|---|
| Rail Head | Supports wheel load and resists wear |
| Rail Web | Transfers stress and maintains rigidity |
| Rail Base | Ensures stability and secure fastening |
The optimized section design allows the rail to distribute wheel loads evenly, reducing localized stress and extending service life.
Mechanical Performance Characteristics
| Property | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | ≥700 MPa |
| Yield Strength | ≥420 MPa |
| Elongation | ≥10% |
| Hardness | HB 250–320 |
These properties enable GB Standard 30kg rails to withstand medium axle loads and frequent traffic cycles commonly found in mining and industrial facilities.
Application Performance Analysis
In mining environments, 30kg rails are often used for haulage lines, material transfer tracks, and underground railways where load intensity exceeds the capability of lighter rails. In industrial plants and ports, they support crane rails, internal logistics systems, and yard transportation tracks with improved stability.
GNEE STEEL has extensive experience supplying GB Standard 30kg light steel rails to industrial and mining projects worldwide. Our technical team assists customers in selecting appropriate rail grades and configurations to ensure long-term operational reliability.
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| Size
* |
Rail height(mm)
A |
Bottom Width(mm)
B |
Head Width(mm)
C |
Web Thickness(mm)
t |
Weight(kg/m)
* |
| 8kg | 65 | 54 | 25 | 7 | 8.42 |
| 9kg | 63.5 | 63.5 | 32.1 | 5.9 | 8.94 |
| 12kg | 69.85 | 69.85 | 38.1 | 7.54 | 12.2 |
| 15kg | 79.37 | 79.37 | 42.86 | 8.33 | 15.2 |
| 18kg | 90 | 80 | 40 | 10 | 18.06 |
| 22kg | 93.66 | 93.66 | 50.8 | 10.72 | 22.3 |
| 24kg | 107 | 92 | 51 | 10.9 | 24.46 |
| 30kg | 107.95 | 107.95 | 60.33 | 12.3 | 30.1 |
