DIN536 A100 Crane Rail | High-Strength Heavy-Duty Rail
The A100 Crane Rail Of DIN536 Standard is a premium, high-capacity steel rail designed for heavy industrial lifting. Characterized as European A sections low profile rails, these hot-rolled flat bottom rails offer a wide base (200mm) for optimal load distribution. With a theoretical weight of 74.3 kg/m , the A 100 rail is the preferred choice for overhead crane and gantry cranes globally.

What is A 100 rail?
Manufactured under stringent DIN 536 standards, the A100 Crane Rail (also historically referred to as Burbach Rail A100 or SD100) is a specialized type (type A) of crane rail. Its unique wide-base and Low web crane rail design significantly reduces ground pressure, ensuring maximum stability for heavy-duty cranes.
A100 Crane Rail Dimensions & Specifications
To ensure the safety of your industrial rail systems, understanding the exact A100 crane rail specification is critical. The Profile rail A100 belongs to the European A sections low profile rails, known for their wide base and thick web to handle extreme vertical loads

| PROFILE STANDARD | DIMENSIONS (mm) | SECTION MASS /M (cm2) kg/m | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIN CRANE RAILS | H | B | C | E | |||
| A45 | DIN 536 P1:1991 | 55,00 | 125,00 | 45,00 | 24,00 | 28,20 | 22,10 |
| A55 | DIN 536 P1:1991 | 65,00 | 150,00 | 55,00 | 31,00 | 40,50 | 31,80 |
| A65 | DIN 536 P1:1991 | 75,00 | 175,00 | 65,00 | 38,00 | 54,90 | 43,10 |
| A75 | DIN 536 P1:1991 | 85,00 | 200,00 | 75,00 | 45,00 | 71,60 | 56,20 |
| A75S | DIN 536 P1:1991 | 85,00 | 200,00 | 75,00 | 75,00 | 81,10 | 63,60 |
| A100 | DIN 536 P1:1991 | 95,00 | 200,00 | 100,00 | 60,00 | 94,70 | 74,30 |
| A120 | DIN 536 P1:1991 | 105,00 | 220,00 | 120,00 | 72,00 | 127,40 | 100,00 |
| A150 | DIN 536 P1:1991 | 150,00 | 220,00 | 150,00 | 80,00 | 191,40 | 150,30 |
GNEE RAIL offer a full range of DIN536 crane rails from A45 to A150. If your project requires alternatives, we also supply American standard ASTM759 crane rail (CR104, CR105, CR135), Indian standard ISCR (ISCR80, ISCR100), Japanese JIS (CR100), and Chinese QU70/QU100/QU120,ensuring maximum stability and load-bearing capacity for overhead crane and gantry cranes.
Material Grades & Chemical Composition of A100 Crane Rail
A100 crane rail, part of the DIN536 standard, is a flat-bottom rail typically produced from high-manganese steel (U71Mn) or specialized grades (900A, 700) to withstand heavy industrial loads. It features a 100mm head width, 74.3kg/m weight, and provides high wear resistance for applications in ports and steel mills.
Material Grades & Mechanical Properties
- Common Grades: U71Mn (High Manganese), 900A, 700.
- Tensile Strength: Ranges from ≥ 690 N/mm² up to 1080 N/mm² (Grade 1100).
- Hardness: Designed for high wear resistance and structural stability.

| Steel grades | Chemical composition | ||||||
| %C | %Mn | %Si | %P | %S | Max H ppm | Max O ppm | |
| 700 | 0,40 0,60 | 0,8 1,25 | 0,05 0,35 | Max 0,05 | Max 0,05 | – | – |
| 900A | 0,60 0,80 | 0,8 1,3 | 0,1 0,5 | Max 0,04 | Max 0,04 | – | – |
| 900 B | 0,55 0,75 | 1,3 1,7 | 0,1 0,5 | Max 0,04 | Max 0,04 | – | – |
| R200 | 0,40 0,60 | 0,7 1,2 | 0,15 0,58 | Max 0,035 | 0,008 0,025 | 3,0 | 20 |
| R260 | 0,62 0,80 | 0,7 1,2 | 0,15 0,58 | Max 0,025 | 0.008 0,025 | 2,5 | 20 |
| U71Mn | Mechanical Property | Chemical Composition | ||||||||||||
| Yield strength | Tensile strength | Elongation | Hardness | C | Si | Mn | S | P | Cr | Ni | Cu | |||
| MPa | kg/mm² | MPa | kg/mm² | min | HB | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ≤ | ||||
| ≥880 | 9% | 0.65-0.76 | 0.15-0.35 | 1.10-1.40 | 0.030 | 0.030 | 0.25 | 0.25 | 0.25 | |||||
Where to Use A100 Tracks?
The A100 tracks are predominantly used in heavy-duty material handling environments where high wheel loads must be distributed safely. Because it is a Low web crane rail with a wide 200mm flat bottom, it provides superior stability and minimal ground pressure for high-capacity lifting equipment.
As an integral part of modern industrial rail systems, the DIN 536 A100 rail is the go-to choice for the following demanding applications:
🚢 Ports & Container Terminals (Port Cranes):
A100 rails are standard for Rail-Mounted Gantry (RMG) cranes, Ship-to-Shore (STS) cranes, and quayside container handlers. The 100mm head width perfectly accommodates the large steel wheels of port cranes, reducing friction and wear.

🏭 Steel Mills & Smelting Plants:
Inside high-temperature and heavy-load facilities, standard railway tracks cannot survive. The A100 is widely installed as the runway beam track for massive overhead crane and gantry cranes (such as Ladle Cranes or EOT cranes) carrying molten metal or heavy scrap steel.
🏗️ Shipyards & Offshore Construction:
Building mega-vessels requires heavy Goliath gantry cranes. The A100 rail's low-profile design allows it to be flush-mounted or embedded into the shipyard's concrete slips, allowing heavy transport vehicles to cross the tracks without obstruction.
⚡ Power Plants & Mining Operations:
Used in coal handling facilities, turbine halls, and heavy maintenance bays where heavy-duty cranes are required to move generators and mining equipment securely.
🏢 Heavy Automated Warehouses (ASRS):
For heavy-duty Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems where automated stacking cranes move rapidly along the aisles, the A100 Crane Rail offers the perfect balance of straightness, structural rigidity, and smooth operation.
DIN 536 A100 Rail System & Accessories
A reliable DIN 536 A100 Rail System requires more than just the steel profile. GNEE RAIL provide a comprehensive range of crane rail accessories to ensure a complete installation:
- Fixing Systems: Weldable and bolted crane rail clips for precise alignment.
- Impact Absorption: Specialized crane rail pad to reduce noise and vibration.
- Connection: Custom DIN 536 A100 Rail fishplates and joint bars.
- Processing Services: Precise cutting to the standard length of the A100 rail (usually 12m) or custom lengths, drilling, and miter cutting for curved tracks.
Why Choose Our DIN 536 A-Series Crane Rails?
By integrating advanced metallurgical testing with precision manufacturing, GNEE RAIL ensure every DIN 536 A100 Rail delivers maximum load-bearing stability for heavy-duty cranes. Our commitment to quality extends from rigorous ultrasonic flaw detection at the production stage to expert logistics, ensuring that the A 100 rail arrives at your project site.
Rigorous Quality Control (100% Traceability)
Every batch of DIN 536 a100 crane rails undergoes a strict, multi-step inspection process before shipment:
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT): Ensuring zero internal cracks or metallurgical defects in the type (type A) of crane rail.
- Dimensional Inspection: Verifying precise DIN 536 A100 rail dimensions details (head, web, and base tolerances) via automated laser measurement to ensure seamless jointing.
- Certification: A comprehensive Mill Test Certificate (MTC) according to EN 10204 3.1 is provided with every single order, guaranteeing the chemical and mechanical properties.
- Third-Party Auditing: We fully support pre-shipment inspections by internationally recognized agencies such as SGS, BV, or TUV.
As a comprehensive rail track manufacturer, our production facilities are certified under strictly regulated global standards, including the EU Rail TSI (Technical Specification for Interoperability) for mainline railways. We bring this same mainline-grade metallurgical expertise and rigorous quality control to the manufacturing of our DIN 536 A100 crane rails, ensuring maximum safety for your heavy-duty lifting projects.



Professional Packaging & Global Shipping
Heavy-duty A100 tracks (74.3 kg/m ) require specialized handling to prevent transit damage or severe corrosion during long ocean voyages. GNEE RAIL offer export-standard logistics solutions:
- Secure Bundling: Rails are tightly bound in bundles using high-strength steel straps to prevent shifting during transit.
- Anti-Rust Protection: Upon request, a protective anti-rust coating or clear varnish is applied to the rail surface to withstand humid sea freight conditions.
- Flexible Loading Options: Depending on the standard length of the A100 rail (e.g., 10m or 12m), we expertly load them into 20ft/40ft Open-Top (OT) containers, or utilize Break-Bulk Vessels for massive tonnage orders, ensuring safe and cost-effective delivery to any global port.






Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1 : What is the standard length of the A100 rail for international shipping?
A: While the standard length of the A100 rail is typically 12 meters, we frequently supply 11.8m lengths to perfectly fit 40ft containers for overseas transport.
Q2 : What is the main difference between A100 and other DIN536 rail sections?
A: The number in the name refers to the head width. The dimension of the A100 crane rail features a 100mm head width. It is thicker and wider than the A90, offering higher load-bearing capacity, but is lighter than the A120, making it the most balanced choice for medium-to-heavy port cranes.
Q3 : How does the A100 compare to Chinese QU100 rails?
A: While both have a 100mm head width, the DIN A100 crane rail has a lower height (95mm) compared to QU100 (150mm). This Low web crane rail design offers superior stability for extremely heavy lateral loads.
Q4 : Are DIN 536 a100 crane rails suitable for concrete foundations?
A: Yes. Because they are hot-rolled flat bottom rails with a wide base of 200mm, they distribute weight excellently, making them suitable for both steel beams and concrete foundations when used with continuous rubber pads and soleplates.
Q5 : Can you export the A100 Crane Rail Dimensions and rails to our project site?
A: Absolutely. As an experienced crane rail supplier, we handle everything from manufacturing to global CIF/DDP logistics. We provide full DIN 536 A100 Rail Specifications documents for customs and engineering approval.
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As a specialized manufacturer, GNEE RAIL provides DIN 536 A100 Rail forged from high-tensile U71Mn and 900A steel, specifically engineered to withstand the extreme lateral forces of heavy-duty cranes. We ensure 100% compliance with DIN 536-1:1991 standards through rigorous ultrasonic flaw detection and offer precision-engineered crane rail accessories for a complete system integration.
Leveraging our experience in 150+ global projects, we deliver optimized logistics and custom fabrication (cutting, drilling, and beveling) to minimize your installation time and long-term maintenance costs.




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