Which railway fishplates and fastening clips are compatible with the UIC54 rail profile?
Mar 16, 2026
54E1 (UIC54) rail is manufactured according to European standard EN 13674-1. It is used for railway construction. This is a T-section rail (flat-bottomed rail) with a mass of 54,77kg per meter.
UIC54 rail specification
| Type of Rail | Dimensions mm | Steel Grade | Weight(Kg/m) | |||
| Rail height/A | Bottom Width/F | Head Width/C | Web Thickness/t | |||
| 54E1 (UIC54) | 159 | 140 | 70 | 16 | R200 / R260 / R260Mn / R300HT | 54.77 |
| 60E1 (UIC60) | 172 | 150 | 72 | 16.5 | R200 / R260 / R260Mn / R300HT | 60.21 |
Which railway fishplates and fastening clips are compatible with the UIC54 rail profile?
Standard Fishplates (Joint Bars) for UIC54 Rails
When joining UIC54 rails without aluminothermic welding, the standard UIC54 fishplate is an absolute necessity. These joint bars are engineered to conform precisely to the fishing angles between the rail head and the rail base, acting as a rigid bridge that maintains vertical and horizontal alignment.
Key Specifications of UIC54 Rail Joint Bars:
| Product Name | UIC54 Rail Joint Bars, UIC54 Fish Plate Equivalent |
|---|---|
| Standard | UIC (International Union of Railways) Standards |
| Materials | 55# Steel, Q235B |
| Matching Rail | UIC54 Rail (54kg/m) |
| Hole Configuration | 4 Holes, 6 Holes |
| Surface Treatment | Anti-rust Paint, Oil Coating, Custom Finishes |
| Certification | ISO9001:2015, UIC Compliance |
In standard railway engineering, UIC54 fishplates are typically manufactured in either 4-hole (typically 600mm in length) or 6-hole (typically 900mm in length) configurations, depending on the axle load and track speed requirements. They are usually forged from high-tensile steel grades, accompanied by matching track bolts, nuts, and spring washers, to absorb the immense shear forces and dynamic vibrations generated by passing rolling stock.
Compatible Fastening Clip Systems
The fastening system plays a critical role in securing the UIC54 rail to the underlying railway sleepers (ties), preventing longitudinal creep and maintaining the exact track gauge.
For UIC54 rails, several internationally recognized clip systems are highly compatible. The Vossloh-style SKL tension clamp system-particularly the SKL 14 and SKL 1 clips-is frequently paired with UIC54 on concrete sleepers, offering exceptional clamping force and high fatigue strength. Alternatively, the elastic E-clip system (such as the E2009 or E2055) is widely utilized due to its simple installation process and robust clamping capacity.
The choice of the specific fastening clip largely depends on whether the rail is being laid on prestressed concrete sleepers, wooden ties, or steel sleepers, as the baseplate and shoulder configurations will vary accordingly.
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