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Danny, <br /> Rall is classified in 'pounds'. This is a measurement of how much the rail actually weighs per yard of rail. So, 132 pound rail weighs 132 pounds per foot. And, yes, you are correct in your assumption that the weight of the rail depends on the type of traffic. Light rail, or trolley operations can have 70 pound rail, wich is very, very small. (the lightet i'd ever seen was a strech of 60 lb rail in a trolley museum)Mainlines are usually more along the lines of 150+ depending on useage. Generally the greater the traffic, weight of the traffic and the higher the speed, the heavier the rail. Next time you go trackside, take a look at the rail, something most of us don't do. You can physically see the difference between the sizes or rail. Also, the rail may have its weight given on it, as well as its maker and date of manufacture. I know of several locations in Boston that have 90-100 lb rail made in 1922 in active service! Happy, safe railfaning, <br /> respectfully, <br /> Greg from Boston
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