It is made by Hot Rolled Steel, Castings or Forgings of low or high Carbon according to AREMA or other standard, with single or double shoulder (SS or DS). It makes a more stable track and greatly increases the life of wood ties. It has a variety of sizes, weights and punching patterns.
*weight based on 8-hole 7-3/4” wide plate, except plan 1 and 2
UP/CN 16” plate is 6-hole