49 CFR § 213.115 Track Safety Standards

§ 213.115 Rail end mismatch.

Current through Sep 25, 2026 · Read all of Part 213

Any mismatch of rails at joints may not be more than that prescribed by the following table—

Class of trackAny mismatch of rails at joints may not be more than the following—
On the tread of the rail ends (inch)On the gage side of the rail ends (inch)
Class 1 track1/41/4
Class 2 track1/43/16
Class 3 track3/163/16
Class 4 and 5 track1/81/8

← § 213.113 Defective rails.§ 213.118 Continuous welded rail (CWR); plan review and approval. →