Heavy Haul Rail Wheels
Molycop manufactures high-quality heavy haul wheels that meet the exacting requirements of the Australian heavy haul rail industry.
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- High hardness and improved fracture toughness
- Tailored heat treatments for safe and reliable heavy haul operations
- Designed to withstand loads imposed by heavy freight trains
- Micro Alloy wheels are subjected to rigorous heat treatment to ensure high strength and toughness
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Product Overview
Molycop understands what it takes to meet the needs of demanding heavy haul applications, having developed and innovated new products for the Australian rail and heavy haul industry since 1918. Molycop has been instrumental in enabling the development of the world’s heaviest railways, including creating wheel solutions capable of achieving 40+ tonne axle loads.Molycop continues to invest in research and development to meet the future demands of the sector. The company is at the forefront of developing products for higher axle load environments, as demonstrated by its manufacture of the Micro Alloy wheel (under the Comsteel name), which combines clean steel technologies with tailored heat treatment for safe and reliable heavy haul operations.
Product Typical Uses
Molycop heavy haul rail wheels are used in freight rail operations to withstand the extreme stresses of transporting heavy loads over long distances. Molycop heavy haul wheels are engineered for enhanced performance and durability.Product Benefits
- Increased wheel performance: Significantly increased wheel performance with high-hardness Micro Alloy wheels.
- Significant improvements in material macro cleanliness: – <1mm equivalent FLH compared to AAR 1.6mm.
- Improved fracture toughness: Resist cracking and failure under high stress.
- Improved resistance to spalling: Extend wheel lifespan and lower maintenance costs.
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