Pandrol Tie Plate for 6" Rail Base

Pandrol tie plates are designed to be used with 5 1/2”, 6” or 100RB base rail, along with Pandrol rail clips and Pandrol screw spikes.

Pandrol tie plates for a 6-inch rail base are specifically engineered to secure heavy-haul rail (typically 132 RE, 136 RE, or 141 RE) to timber or concrete ties. 

These rolled steel plates are manufactured to meet AREMA material specifications and typically feature a 1:40 cant (inward slope) to ensure proper wheel-to-rail contact. 

Technical Specifications for 6" Base Plates

Pandrol offers several configurations for this base size, often distinguished by their length and punching patterns: 

• Part Number TPL-P1-6": A 7 3/4" x 16" plate featuring six 11/16" square holes for standard spike fastening.

• Part Number TPL-P2-6": A 7 3/4" x 16" plate with a mixed punching pattern—four 1" round holes and two 11/16" square holes.

• Weight: The approximate weight for a punched 16-inch plate is 25.2 lbs.

• Compatibility: Designed for use with Pandrol "e" and PR series resilient rail clips and screw spikes. 

Key Product Systems

• Victor Baseplate System: This is a hybrid system that combines the durability of a standard AREMA tie plate with the benefits of resilient fasteners like the e-Clip or Fastclip. It is available in 16" and 18" lengths and supports both screw and cut spikes.

• Rolled Steel Tie Plates: These are the standard industry workhorses, often shipped in pallets of 100. They provide a flat, stable seat for the rail while the cast-in or swaged shoulders hold the clips in place.

• Fastclip Baseplate: A more advanced option for concrete or steel structures that provides significant vertical (up to +70 mm) and lateral (+/- 12 mm) adjust-ability.

Summary Table: 6" Rail Base Plate Comparison

Signum Rail Fasteners specializes in rail tie plates, specifically for 115RE, 136RE, s49, UIC60 rail sections. We currently support North American infrastructure projects by providing forged,rolled and cast plates. We’d love to send over our latest technical data sheets and lead times for your maintenance cycle if you need.