FASTENINGS FOR FLAT-BOTTOM RAILWAY TRACK--1

Since the introduction of the 109-lb. and 98-lb. flat bottom rail on British Railways, considerable trial and experiment has taken place with different types of baseplates and fastenings, with a view to ascertaining the most economical and efficient types for general use. Characteristics of the various types now in general use or undergoing tests on British Railways are described.

• Corporate Authors:

  Temple Press Limited

  161-166 Fleet Street
  Longon EC4,   England 
• Publication Date: 1952-7-11

Media Info

• Features: Figures; Photos;
• Pagination: p. 44-46
• Serial:
  • RAILWAY GAZETTE
  • Volume: 97

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Bolts; Construction; Fasteners; Fastenings; Railroad rails; Railroad tracks; Spikes; Structural plates; Technology
• Geographic Terms: United Kingdom
• Old TRIS Terms: Baseplates; Clip fasteners
• Subject Areas: Construction; Railroads;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00039611
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Dec 4 1994 12:00AM