We supplied 166 tons of ASCE 40 lb railway steel rails for a railway materials order destined for Callao, Peru.
The order specified 6-meter rails with two holes at each end, with 55Q steel grade indicated in the order documentation. Our supply process covered product specification confirmation, dimensional measurement, material documentation, and export packaging preparation.
| Item | Project Details |
|---|---|
| Product | ASCE 40 lb Steel Rail |
| Material Grade | 55Q, as specified in the order |
| Total Order Weight | 166 tons |
| Rail Length | 6 meters |
| End Configuration | Two holes at each end |
| Nominal Unit Weight | Approximately 19.84 kg/m |
| Weight per 6 m Rail | 119.04 kg |
| Destination | Callao, Peru |
| Quality Documentation | Mill Test Certificate (MTC) |
| Packaging Requirement |
Steel strapping, as specified in the order |
ASCE 40 lb railway steel rails supplied for a railway materials project
Looking for ASCE 40 lb rails or other railway steel rail profiles? Send us your required rail profile, steel grade, length, quantity, and destination. Our team can review your specifications and prepare a project-specific quotation.
Material Certificates & Order Documentation
For railway material procurement, product specifications and quality documents must correspond to the ordered materials.
The available project records include a Mill Test Certificate (MTC) and a proforma invoice. These documents support order review and provide reference information for the supplied products.
Depending on the contents of the actual MTC, buyers can review:
Product designation and material grade
Applicable manufacturing standard
Heat or batch identification, where provided
Chemical composition and mechanical test results, where reported
Certification and inspection information included in the document
Mill Test Certificate for ASCE 40 lb railway steel rail materials
Proforma invoice for ASCE 40 lb steel rails supplied to Callao Peru
The order document identifies the product as ASCE 40 lb rails, specifies a 6-meter length, and states two holes at each end. The material/quality field identifies 55Q.
Need specific certificates or inspection documents for your project? Tell us your applicable standard and documentation requirements before order confirmation so we can review them with you.
Discuss Your Quality Documentation Requirements
Product Specifications & Supply Scope
Our factory coordinates railway rail orders according to the buyer's required profile, material grade, length, end configuration, quantity, and applicable technical requirements.
For this project, the order documents specify ASCE 40 lb rails in 55Q material grade, with 6-meter lengths and two holes at each end.
These details are important when checking compatibility with the intended track arrangement and connecting components. Rail profile and hole positions should be verified against the relevant drawings and project specifications before production or shipment.
| Specification | Project Requirement |
|---|---|
| Rail Profile | ASCE 40 lb |
| Material Grade | 55Q |
| Rail Length | 6 m |
| End Holes | 2 holes at each end |
| Nominal Unit Weight | Approximately 19.84 kg/m |
| Weight per 6 m Rail | 119.04 kg |
| Total Order Weight | 166 tons |
| Applicable Standard | Confirm against the approved order specification |
| Inspection Requirements | According to the agreed technical requirements |
The nominal weight of 119.04 kg per 6-meter rail is consistent with the commonly listed ASCE 40 lb theoretical weight of approximately 19.84 kg/m. Actual acceptance should follow the agreed product specification and applicable tolerances.
ASCE 40 lb steel rails arranged in a railway materials stock area
Dimensional Verification & Surface Condition
Dimensional consistency is important when supplying railway rails for installation, replacement, and maintenance projects.
Our available photographs document rail measurement activities. The inspection scope can be aligned with the buyer's approved drawings and applicable technical requirements.
Depending on the order, the inspection checklist may include:
Rail height, head width, and base width
Web thickness and other specified profile dimensions
Required rail length
End-hole quantity and position
Surface condition and visible defects
Product identification and consistency with the order
The applicable acceptance criteria should be established before shipment. Photographs document inspection activities but do not, on their own, demonstrate that every dimension or material property meets the required specification.
Packaging & Delivery Preparation
Railway steel rails are long, heavy products that require appropriate bundling, securing, handling, and transportation arrangements.
For this order, the proforma invoice specifies steel-strapped packaging. Packaging and loading plans should be coordinated according to rail length, shipment weight, transport method, and destination requirements.
Our export preparation checklist can cover:
Bundle arrangement and steel strapping
Rail length and total shipment weight
Loading and unloading requirements
Package identification and shipping marks, where required
Packing list and applicable shipping documents
Destination and transportation arrangements
ASCE 40 lb Rail Specifications
ASCE 40 lb Rail
| Category | Item | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Specification | AREMA / ASCE, per ASTM A1 |
| Section Designation | 40 AS (Section No. 4040) | |
| Nominal Weight | 40 lb/yd (19.84 kg/m) | |
| Cross-Section | Rail Height (H) | 88.90 mm / 3-1/2" |
| Base Width (B) | 88.90 mm / 3-1/2" | |
| Head Width (C) | 47.62 mm / 1-7/8" | |
| Web Thickness (t) | 9.92 mm / 25/64" | |
| Head Height (to underside line) | 25.80 mm / 1-1/64" | |
| Head Working Depth (to fillet) | 20.24 mm / 51/64" | |
| Base Thickness | 15.88 mm / 5/8" | |
| Head Top Corner Radius | R7.9 mm / R5/16" | |
| Head Underside Fillet Radius | R1.6 mm / R1/16" | |
| Web-to-Base Fillet Radius | R6.3 mm / R1/4" | |
| Base End Corner Radius | R1.6 mm / R1/16" | |
| Section Properties | Cross-Sectional Area | 3.94 in² / 25.42 cm² |
| Moment of Inertia (Ix) | 6.54 in⁴ | |
| Section Modulus | 3.59 in³ | |
| Drilling | Hole Quantity | 2 holes per end |
| Hole Diameter | 7/8" (22.2 mm) | |
| Hole Pattern | Staggered 2-1/2" × 5" | |
| Splice Bar (Fishplate) | Length | 20" |
| Weight | 8 lb/pair (11 lb/pair with bolts) | |
| Fastening | Track Bolt | 3/4" × 3-1/2" |
| Length | Standard Mill Lengths | 20 ft / 30 ft / 40 ft (≈ 6 m / 9 m / 12 m) |
| Custom Length | 5 – 12 m available | |
| Steel Grade | Available Grades | 55Q, Q235B, U71Mn |
| Equivalent to | ASTM A36 / A108 rail quality | |
| Heat Treatment | As-rolled / controlled cooled (unhardened) | |
| Surface & Packing | Surface | Black / self-colored, oiled |
| Packing | Steel belt strapped in bundles | |
| Inspection | MTC | EN 10204 3.1 supplied |
| Application | Typical Use | Mine tracks, quarry lines, crane runways, factory sidings, light industrial haulage, temporary rail lines |
| Delivery | Loading Port | Tianjin / Qingdao / Shanghai |
| Shipment | By break bulk vessel |
What to Confirm Before Ordering
For an accurate quotation, please specify:
Rail profile and applicable standard
Material grade
Required rail length
End-hole quantity, diameter, and spacing
Quantity and delivery destination
Inspection and certification requirements
We can review drawings and technical specifications to help establish the product requirements before quotation.
Related Railway Products & Supply Capabilities
In addition to railway steel rails, we can also review supply requirements for rail joint bars (fishplates), railway fasteners, and complete rail fastening systems.
These products are often specified together for track construction, maintenance, and replacement projects. Supplying multiple railway material categories through one supplier can simplify specification communication, quotation, and order coordination.
Railway Product Categories
| Category | Standard / Type | Available Sections |
|---|---|---|
| Steel Rail | ASCE / AREMA (US) | 25, 30, 40, 60, 75, 85, 100, 115, 132, 136, 140 lb/yd |
| GB (China) | Light: 8, 12, 15, 18, 22, 24, 30 kg/m;Heavy: 38, 43, 50, 60, 75 kg/m | |
| BS (UK) | 75R, 80R, 90R, 100A, 110A, 113A, 119R, 136A, 141R | |
| UIC (Intl.) | UIC 50, UIC 54, UIC 60 | |
| JIS (Japan) | 15kg, 22kg, 30kg, 37kg, 40N, 50N, 60kg | |
| DIN / EU | S7, S10, S14, S18, S20, S30, S49, S54 | |
| Crane Rail | QU70, QU80, QU100, QU120;A45, A55, A65, A75, A100, A120 | |
| Fish Plate | Rail Joint Bar | Matched to all above rail sections;standard & insulated |
| Fastening System | Elastic Rail Clip | E-clip (E1609/E1809/E2007), SKL clip (SKL1/12/14), Type I/II/III clip, Nabla, Deenik |
| Rail Fastener | Fish bolt, track bolt, hex nut, spring/flat washer | |
| Rail Spike | Screw spike, dog spike | |
| Rail Pad & Component | Rubber rail pad, HDPE isolator, plastic shoulder, rail anchor, insulated joint |
Product availability, compatibility, and supply scope depend on the project specifications and required components.
For a complete fastening system, please provide the rail profile, sleeper type, fastening arrangement, and relevant drawings. This allows us to review the required components as a compatible system rather than as unrelated individual products.
Request a Quotation for Railway Materials
We welcome inquiries from railway contractors, railway materials distributors, infrastructure suppliers, and project procurement teams.
To help us assess your requirements efficiently, please provide:
Product category: Rails, fishplates, fasteners, or fastening systems
Specification: Standard, grade, profile, or drawing reference
Dimensions: Rail length or component dimensions
Quantity: Pieces, sets, total length, or total weight
Destination: Country and destination port or delivery location
Quality requirements: MTC, inspection scope, and other required documentation
Delivery schedule: Requested delivery date or project timeline
You can also attach drawings, technical specifications, and a bill of quantities for review.
Send us your railway material requirements for a project-specific quotation.
