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2025

DATE

08 - 08

Complete Rail Classification Guide: Weight, Strength, and Applications

1. By Weight: From Light Rail to Heavy Rail The most common way to classify rails is by weight, which directly reflects the cross-sectional size and load-bearing capacity: · Heavy rail series: 43 kg/m and above (e.g., 43 rail, 50 rail, 60 rail, 75 rail) · Light rail series: Below 43 kg/m (e.g., 24 r

2025

DATE

07 - 28

Why Do Trains Use Steel Wheels While Cars Use Rubber Tires?

The Perfect Combination of Steel and Technology When we see cars speeding on highways and trains roaring past on tracks, one striking difference catches our attention: cars use rubber tires, while trains insist on steel wheels. What scientific principles and technical considerations lie behind this?

2025

DATE

07 - 17

What Is The Profile of Train Wheel Flanges And Treads?

The selection of the wheel flange and tread profile of train wheels not only affects the wear and service life of the wheel forgings on the track but also directly influences the curve negotiation performance and running quality of the equipment. The flange ensures that the wheels can reliably pass

2025

DATE

07 - 08

100 MTJ650B Wheels Shipped to Denmark

Recently, MTJ has once again completed the production and shipment of 100 MTJ650B railway wheels, successfully delivered to Denmark. Known for excellent wear resistance and load-bearing capacity, this model is widely used in various rail transit applications and is well recognized by customers in th

2025

DATE

06 - 27

Why Are Train Wheels Shaped Like Cones?

Trains, as a vital part of modern transportation, carry billions of passengers and goods across cities every day. But have you ever noticed that train wheels are not simple cylinders, but instead feature a unique conical design? This seemingly minor shape difference actually embodies brilliant engin

2025

DATE

06 - 20

Indian Client Visits MTJ to Lay Groundwork for 1000mm Wheelset Cooperation

From June 15 to 18, 2025, an important client from India visited MTJ for a four-day exchange and inspection. The primary purpose of this visit was to initiate discussions on the cooperation for 1000mm wheelset procurement and to gain a comprehensive understanding of MTJ’s manufacturing capabilities

2025

DATE

06 - 13

What Determines How Many Wheels a Train Has?

The design of train wheel quantity is far from random; it is determined by multiple technical, functional, and operational requirements. The following analysis from six core dimensions helps you deeply understand the configuration logic of train wheels in rail transportation:1. Train Type: Transport

2025

DATE

05 - 30

Why Do Trains Have Wheels?

Trains are one of the most important and efficient modes of long-distance transportation, operating by running on steel tracks. Among the many components that make up a train, the train wheel plays a vital role. It supports the weight of the train, reduces friction, and ensures smooth, stable moveme

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