TIGHT-JOINT LONG RAIL LENGTHS

The use of high torque bolts in a testing situation by U.S., railroads is discussed. These bolts were being tested as an alternative to continuous welded rail, to eliminate the problems of transport, laying, renewal which is inherent in use of welded rail. Rail used in 132 lb RE with six hole joints held by 1-1/8 in. bolts. So far, measurements have not given significant results except for the flow of metal at rail ends, plus shipping of rail joints.

• Corporate Authors:

  Temple Press Limited

  161-166 Fleet Street
  Longon EC4,   England 
• Publication Date: 1956-8-3

Media Info

• Pagination: p. 32
• Serial:
  • RAILWAY GAZETTE
  • Volume: 105

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Bolts; Fastenings; Rail joints; Railroad rails; Railroad tracks; Technology; Tie bars; Welded rail
• Geographic Terms: United States
• Old TRIS Terms: Rail end batter
• Subject Areas: Materials; Railroads;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00039460
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Jul 8 1994 12:00AM