What are the mechanical properties and tensile strength of UIC 54 steel rail?
Mar 16, 2026
(54E1)UIC54 steel rail is mainly used as transportation railway rail for heavy vehicle, and it can be also used in underground mining and crane industry. GNEE RAIL could also offer EN standard rails, including 60E1 steel rail, UIC60 steel rail, 54E1 steel rail, UIC54 steel rail., etc.
uic54 rail dimensions
| H | B | C | D | E | ||||
| European standard EN 13674-1 | ||||||||
| 54E1 (UIC54) | EN 13674 - 1 | 159,00 | 140,00 | 70,00 | 49,40 | 16,00 | 68,77 | 54,77 |
What are the mechanical properties and tensile strength of UIC 54 steel rail?
UIC 54 (54E1) steel rail is a high-strength carbon-manganese rail designed for heavy-haul and passenger lines (20–25t axle loads), manufactured to EN 13674-1 or UIC 860 standards. It features an ultimate tensile strength typically between 880–1200 MPa, surface hardness between 260–350 HBW, and excellent fatigue resistance.
Key Mechanical Properties of UIC 54 Rail:
- Tensile Strength (Rₘ): Ranges from 880 MPa to over 1100 MPa depending on grade (e.g., R260, R320, R350HT).
- Surface Hardness: Standard R260 rails have a surface hardness of 260–300 HBW; heat-treated (HT) rails can reach 320–350 HBW or higher to improve wear resistance.
- Yield Strength: Generally ≥ 450 MPa, but typically much higher (> 500 MPa) in hardened rails.
- Elongation (A₅): Minimum of 10%.
- Density & Mass: 7850 kg/m³; mass per meter is 54.77 kg/m.
- Microstructure: Principally fine pearlite, providing a balance of hardness and toughness.
- R260: Standard pearlitic rail, 260–300 HBW, suitable for mixed traffic.
- R320Cr/R350HT: Head-hardened rails for high-wear environments, 320–350+ HBW.
| min A5 % | ||||
| EN 13674 - 1 (2006) | ||||
| R200 | 680 |
14 | 200 - 240 | |
| R260 | 880 |
10 | 260 - 300 | |
| R260 MN | 880 |
10 | 260 - 300 | |
| R350 HT | 1175 |
9 | 350 - 390 | |
UIC54 rail fromis designed for long service life and low maintenance cost.High-quality steel ingots ensure uniform internal structure and high density.Precise rolling technology guarantees accurate cross-section and smooth surface.Our rails effectively reduce wheel-rail friction and vibration during operation.They perform well in harsh environments including high and low temperatures.Strict dimensional control ensures easy installation and high compatibility.We support customized length and processing to match different construction needs.Choosing GNEE RAIL means lower operation cost and higher project efficiency.
