1 Scope
This European Standard specifies performance requirements for special fastening systems,
in categories A – E as specified in EN 13481‑1:2012, 3.1, for switches and crossings and check rails secured within the overall fastening
system (not independently fixed to the bearers) on wood, concrete and steel bearers,
in ballasted track and on slab track and which have maximum axle loads and minimum
curve radii in divergent track in accordance with Table 1.
Table 1
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Fastening category criteria
| Category |
Maximum design axle load
kN
|
Minimum curve radius
m
|
|---|---|---|
| A | 130 | 40 |
| B | 180 | 80 |
| C | 260 | 150 |
| D | 260 | 400 |
| E | 350 | 150 |
NOTE The maximum axle load for categories A and B does not apply to maintenance vehicles.
The requirements apply to fastening systems which incorporate a resilient element
and act on the foot and/or web of the rail and which are intended for use with stock
rail sections in EN 13674‑1 (excluding 49E4) and EN 13674‑4+A1.
This standard is not applicable to rigid fastening systems.
This standard is for type approval of a complete fastening assembly only. Requirements
for quality control are included in the standards applicable to individual components.