What is BS EN 13260 about?
BS EN 13260 specifies the characteristics of wheelsets for all track gauges.
The requirements defined in BS EN 13260 apply to cylindrical wheel seats. Most of the requirements also apply to wheelsets with conical wheel seats. Specific requirements for conical wheel seats (e.g., press-fitting curves, geometric dimensions0.) are defined in the technical specification.
NOTE: BS EN 13260 applies to heavy railway vehicles but may also apply to other vehicles such as light railway vehicles, trams, or undergrounds.
NOTE: BS EN 13260 applies to wheelsets made from elements defined by the following European Standards:
EN 13262 for wheels
EN 13261 for axles.
Who is BS EN 13260 for?
BS EN 13260 on railway wheelsets is useful for: