No.12 Single Turnout for UIC60 (60kg/m) Rail | Full Set Supplied
No.12 Single Turnout for UIC60 (60kg/m) Rail

Rail turnout, also called track turnout, railroad switches or rail switch, is a vital component of the railway track, which allow rolling stock to switch or cross from one track to another. Single turnouts are the most widely used type of turnout, accounting for around 95% of all installed turnouts. Our reliable No.12 single turnout for 60kg/m rail is widely used on main railway lines. It consists of switch rail, stock rail, frog, guard rail and complete rail fasteners. The No.12 crossing frog offers smooth transition, stable train movement and high through speed. It is widely used on domestic main lines, intercity railways, rail yards and overseas standard-gauge railway projects.
We are a leading Chinese supplier specializing in rail turnout maintenance spare parts. With rich experience in turnout production, installation and maintenance, we have exported metre-gauge and 1520mm broad-gauge turnouts worldwide. We supply custom-made railway turnout components, full turnout sets and comprehensive technical support. Our annual turnout capacity exceeds 1,000 tons. We have established long-term stable partnerships with many domestic and overseas clients. We also offer turnout maintenance, spare parts and breakdown repair services. Please reach out to us if you have any needs.
Railroad Switch Components

This is the structural drawing of standard single rail switch. All core fittings are clearly marked on the diagram, helping you customers fully understand the layout of every component. Major parts consist of switch stand, switch points, switch rod, curved and straight closure rails, curved stock rail, frog and guard rail. Please refer to the drawing above to learn about the turnout’s structure and all component parts.
No.12 Single Turnout for UIC60 (60kg/m) Rail Layout Drawing

No.12 Single Turnout for UIC60 (60kg/m) Rail Technical parameters
Train Passing Speed Parameters
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Maximum Straight Passing Speed for Passenger Trains | 160km/h |
| Maximum Straight Passing Speed for Freight Trains (Axle Load 23t) | 90km/h |
| Maximum Straight Passing Speed for Freight Trains (Axle Load 25t) | 80km/h |
| Maximum Lateral Passing Speed | 50km/h |
Track Installation Dimension Parameters
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Minimum Line Spacing for Single Track Laying | 2.5m |
| Standard Track Gauge (Excluding the Planing Area of Straight Switch Rail) | 1435mm |
| Standard Spacing of Turnout Sleepers | 600mm |
Switch Blade and Switch Machine Parameters
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Switch Rail Model | 60AT 12.4m Elastic Bendable Switch Rail |
| Switch Rail Structure Type | Concealed Tip Type, with Stopper Structure at the Heel End |
| Designed Stroke of the First Traction Point | 160mm |
| Designed Stroke of the Second Traction Point | 75mm |
| Theoretical Total Switching Force of Switch Rail under Normal Conditions | 3330N |
Guard Rail Structural and Dimensional Parameters
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Guard Rail Specification | 60kg/m Rail |
| Height Difference Between Guard Rail Top Surface and Stock Rail Top Surface | 12mm |
| Guard Rail Structure Type | Split Type, with Spring Clip Fastening the Stock Rail |
Gauge Block Configuration Parameters
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| On the Working Side of the Rail | No.13 Gauge Block |
| On the Non-Working Side of the Rail | No.11 Gauge Block |
| On One Side of High Manganese Steel Frog | No.13 Gauge Block |
| On the Other Side of High Manganese Steel Frog | No.11 Gauge Block |
| On Both Sides of Insulated Joint | Insulated Gauge Block |
| On-Site Spare Adjustment Gauge Blocks | No.7-17 Gauge Blocks |
Rubber Pad Thickness Parameters
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Rubber Pad Thickness Under Rail and Guard Rail | 5mm |
| Rubber Pad Thickness of Other Pads | 10mm |
Supporting Drawings and Implementation Standards
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Drawing No. of Matching Concrete Turnout Sleepers | Special Line 3399 |
| Reference Drawings for Comparison | Special Line 4228, Special Line 4190, Tielian Line 004 |
| Turnout Laying Drawing No. | Special Line 4252 |
| Implementation Standard for Manufacturing & Acceptance | TB412 Technical Specifications for Standard Gauge Railway Turnouts |
| Supplementary Standard for Manufacturing & Acceptance | Tiegongwu Letter [1996] No.313 Technical Specifications for 60kg/m Rail Speed-up Turnouts (Interim) |
Switch and Guard Rail Fastening Structure Drawing, No.12 Single Turnout (UIC60/60kg/m Rail)

Main Structural Features of No.12 Single Turnout for 60kg/m Rail
The turnout switch uses 12.4 m 60AT elastically bendable switch rails featuring a hidden tip design and a stop assembly at the rail heel. 2. The switch rail has two drive points and split external lock units. The first drive point has a designed travel of 160 mm and the second is 75 mm, with an overall theoretical switching force of 3330 N under normal use. 3. Guard rail tie plates use spring clips to fasten stock rails.
4. We use the split adjustable Type I elastic clip fastening system. Gauge block arrangement: Working rail: No.13, Non-working rail: No.11, High manganese frog: No.13 on one side, No.11 on the opposite; Insulated joints: insulated gauge blocks on both sides; Spare: No.7~17 gauge blocks for field adjustment. 5. The switch is equipped with spring strip slide plates. 6. 5 mm thick rubber pads are placed under rails and guard rail tie plates, while 10 mm rubber pads are installed beneath all other base plates. 7. All turnout rail components feature full-length rail head hardening.
Railway Turnout Types

Various Types of Turnouts in Railway for Sale
Since 2015, we have been engaged in the development, design and production of railroad turnouts and track accessories. We own three professional workshops for turnout production, high manganese steel casting and forging machining. Equipped with 83 sets of top-class large equipment and more than 300 sets of medium and small production equipment, our annual turnout output exceeds 1,000 tons. We offer various types of turnouts in railway, including single, symmetrical, three-way and crossover designs with full-range supporting components, delivering full-set one-stop solutions for worldwide railway turnout construction. We are a reliable and experienced manufacturer of railway turnouts, if you have any needs, feel free to contact us. We look forward to establishing long-term cooperation with you.

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