Comparison of dog spikes and screw spikes

Aug 27, 2025 Leave a message

Dog spikes and screw spikes are essential railway fasteners used to secure steel rails to sleepers or base plates. At GNEE RAIL, we provide high-quality rail spikes designed for various track types and applications.

 

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The difference of dog spikes and screw spikes

 

Screw spikes offer more than twice the holding power of dog spikes, making them ideal for heavy-load areas like railway turnouts and crane rails. However, their production cost is higher, and installation can be more complex. Dog spikes are simpler and cost-effective, suitable for wooden and concrete sleepers in standard track sections.

 

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Dog rail spike

 

rail spike

 

Specification Material Surface Standard
5/8*6 '' A3,Q235, 45#,55#, etc According to customer needs. According to customer's drawings or samples.
9/16*5-1/2 ''
3/8''*3-1/2 ''
1/2*3-1/2
Other kinds

 

Screw railway spike

 

rail acrew

 

Type Ss5, Ss 8, Ss25, Ss36, UIC864-1 Series, etc
Raw material Q235, 35 steel, 45steel, 40Mn2, 20 Mn Si
Grade 4.6, 4.8, 5.6, 8.8
Surface plain(oiled), black paint, color paint, zinc, HDG, etc

 

Both types are reliable when used correctly. GNEE RAIL spikes are made from high-strength steel alloys to ensure durability, corrosion resistance, and long service life. Combined with our full range of railway fasteners-including rail clips, base plates, fishplates, and insulators-they provide a stable, safe, and efficient rail fastening system for heavy-haul and light-duty tracks.

 

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