Rail Classification by Weight
| Type | Profile | Weight (kg/m) | Application | Int'l Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Rail | AREA 90 | 44.6-49.8 | Branch lines/Yards | ASCE 85 |
| Medium Rail | UIC 54 | 54.77 | Conventional lines (≤160km/h) | BS 80A |
| Heavy Rail | UIC 60 | 60.34 | High-speed/Heavy-haul (≥200km/h) | AREMA 115RE |
| Extra Heavy Rail | UIC 75 | 74.41 | Mining (≥30t axle load) | DIN 536 |

Key Performance Parameters
| Parameter | Conventional (UIC54) | High-speed (UIC60) | Heavy-haul (UIC75) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | ≥880 MPa | ≥1080 MPa | ≥1280 MPa |
| Hardness (HB) | 260-300 | 310-360 | 350-400 |
| Fatigue Life | 50-100 MGT* | 150-200 MGT | 300+ MGT |
| Wear Rate | 0.3mm/10⁴ cycles | 0.15mm/10⁴ cycles | 0.08mm/10⁴ cycles |

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