Railway applications - Wheelsets and bogies - Wheelsets - Product requirements

This European Standard specifies the characteristics of new wheelsets for use on European networks:
This standard is applicable to wheelsets comprising elements that conform to the following European
Standards:
- EN 13262 for wheels;
- EN 13261 for axles;
This standard is not fully applicable to wheelsets undergoing maintenance.
Some characteristics are given as a function of a category 1 or of a category 2. Category 2 can be divided
into sub-categories (2a and 2b) to specify certain characteristics. Category 1 is generally chosen when the
operating speed exceeds 200 km/h. The wheelset then comprises wheels and axle of category 1 as specified
in EN 13262 for the wheels and EN 13261 for the axles.

Bahnanwendungen - Radsätze und Drehgestelle - Radsätze - Produktanforderungen

Applications ferroviaires - Essieux montés et bogies - Essieux montés - Prescriptions pour le produit

Železniške naprave - Kolesne dvojice in podstavni vozički - Kolesne dvojice - Zahtevane lastnosti proizvoda - Dopolnilo A1

General Information

Status
Not Published
Public Enquiry End Date
31-Jul-2010
Technical Committee
IŽNP - Reilway applications
Current Stage
98 - Abandoned project (Adopted Project)
Start Date
28-Jan-2014
Due Date
02-Feb-2014
Completion Date
28-Jan-2014

Relations

Effective Date
01-Dec-2010
Effective Date
12-Dec-2009

Overview

SIST EN 13260:2009/kFprA1:2010 is a European Standard developed by CEN that specifies product requirements for new railway wheelsets used on European rail networks. This standard ensures wheelsets meet strict technical and safety criteria consistent with interoperability and high-performance rail transport demands. It applies specifically to new wheelsets, consisting of compliant wheels and axles as per related standards EN 13262 and EN 13261, respectively. Maintenance activities on existing wheelsets are not fully covered under this standard. Wheelsets are categorized into category 1 and category 2 (with subcategories 2a and 2b), guiding specifications based on operational speed and performance needs. Category 1 is primarily for speeds exceeding 200 km/h.

Key Topics

  • Scope of Application:
    • New wheelsets for European railway infrastructure
    • Integration with EN 13262 (wheels) and EN 13261 (axles) standards
    • Excludes comprehensive rules for maintenance and repair of wheelsets
  • Categorization of Wheelsets:
    • Category 1: Designed for high-speed applications (over 200 km/h)
    • Category 2: Split into 2a and 2b for varying technical parameters
  • Technical Requirements:
    • Mechanical integrity and durability
    • Compatibility with track gauge and railway infrastructure
    • Vehicle-track interaction criteria ensuring safety and performance
  • Regulatory Compliance:
    • Supports essential requirements of EU Directive 2008/57/EC on rail system interoperability
    • Aligns with safety, technical compatibility, and reliability metrics
  • Assessment and Conformity:
    • Procedures related to conformity assessment of wheelset manufacturing and design
    • Ensures products meet harmonized European rail standards for rolling stock components

Applications

SIST EN 13260:2009/kFprA1:2010 is critical for manufacturers, engineers, and regulatory bodies involved in the design, production, and approval of railway wheelsets across European networks. Practical applications include:

  • High-Speed Rail Systems:
    Wheelsets meeting category 1 requirements enable safe operation at greater speeds, supporting modern high-speed trainsets.
  • Freight and Passenger Rolling Stock:
    Ensures reliability and interoperability for both freight wagons and passenger coaches by adhering to uniform technical standards.
  • Railway Infrastructure Compatibility:
    Enables seamless integration of rolling stock components with track geometry, signaling, and vehicle control systems for enhanced operational efficiency.
  • Safety and Maintenance Strategy:
    Guides manufacturers on the product specifications to reduce failure risks and facilitate compliance during wheelset lifecycle management.

Related Standards

  • EN 13262 (Wheels): Defines requirements specific to railway wheels, complementing wheelset standards for structural and material properties.
  • EN 13261 (Axles): Addresses axle design, strength, and testing methods, forming the foundational components of the wheelset.
  • EU Directive 2008/57/EC: The interoperability directive supported by this standard, setting legal frameworks for railway safety, compatibility, and environmental factors.
  • TSI (Technical Specifications for Interoperability): Sector-specific standards for rolling stock that reference EN 13260 for wheelset safety and performance criteria.

Keywords: EN 13260, railway wheelsets, European standard, wheelsets product requirements, railway applications, high-speed rail wheelsets, wheelset categories, axle and wheel standards, EU Directive 2008/57/EC, rolling stock safety, interoperability standards, railway technical specifications.

Draft

SIST EN 13260:2009/kFprA1:2010

English language
7 pages
Preview
Preview
e-Library read for
1 day

Frequently Asked Questions

SIST EN 13260:2009/kFprA1:2010 is a draft published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Railway applications - Wheelsets and bogies - Wheelsets - Product requirements". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the characteristics of new wheelsets for use on European networks: This standard is applicable to wheelsets comprising elements that conform to the following European Standards: - EN 13262 for wheels; - EN 13261 for axles; This standard is not fully applicable to wheelsets undergoing maintenance. Some characteristics are given as a function of a category 1 or of a category 2. Category 2 can be divided into sub-categories (2a and 2b) to specify certain characteristics. Category 1 is generally chosen when the operating speed exceeds 200 km/h. The wheelset then comprises wheels and axle of category 1 as specified in EN 13262 for the wheels and EN 13261 for the axles.

This European Standard specifies the characteristics of new wheelsets for use on European networks: This standard is applicable to wheelsets comprising elements that conform to the following European Standards: - EN 13262 for wheels; - EN 13261 for axles; This standard is not fully applicable to wheelsets undergoing maintenance. Some characteristics are given as a function of a category 1 or of a category 2. Category 2 can be divided into sub-categories (2a and 2b) to specify certain characteristics. Category 1 is generally chosen when the operating speed exceeds 200 km/h. The wheelset then comprises wheels and axle of category 1 as specified in EN 13262 for the wheels and EN 13261 for the axles.

SIST EN 13260:2009/kFprA1:2010 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 45.040 - Materials and components for railway engineering. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

SIST EN 13260:2009/kFprA1:2010 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 13260:2009+A1:2010, SIST EN 13260:2009. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

SIST EN 13260:2009/kFprA1:2010 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2008/57/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/275, M/334. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.

SIST EN 13260:2009/kFprA1:2010 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.

Standards Content (Sample)


SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-julij-2010
äHOH]QLãNHQDSUDYH.ROHVQHGYRMLFHLQSRGVWDYQLYR]LþNL.ROHVQHGYRMLFH
=DKWHYDQHODVWQRVWLSURL]YRGD'RSROQLOR$
Railway applications - Wheelsets and bogies - Wheelsets - Product requirements
Bahnanwendungen - Radsätze und Drehgestelle - Radsätze - Produktanforderungen
Applications ferroviaires - Essieux montés et bogies - Essieux montés - Prescriptions
pour le produit
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 13260:2009/FprA1
ICS:
45.040 Materiali in deli za železniško Materials and components
tehniko for railway engineering
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
FINAL DRAFT
EN 13260:2009
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
FprA1
May 2010
ICS 45.040
English Version
Railway applications - Wheelsets and bogies - Wheelsets -
Product requirements
Applications ferroviaires - Essieux montés et bogies - Bahnanwendungen - Radsätze und Drehgestelle -
Essieux montés - Prescriptions pour le produit Radsätze - Produktanforderungen
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for unique acceptance procedure. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 256.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 13260:2009. If this draft becomes an amendment, CEN
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of this amendment
into the relevant national standard without any alteration.

This draft amendment was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made
by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same
status as the official versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland,
Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.

Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without notice and
shall not be referred to as a European Standard.

EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION
COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION

EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNG

Management Centre: Avenue Marnix 17, B-1000 Brussels
© 2010 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 13260:2009/FprA1:2010: E
worldwide for CEN national Members.

EN 13260:2009/prA1:2010 (E)
Contents Page
Foreword.3
1 Amendment of the Foreword.4
2 Amendment of Annex ZA.4
3 Deletion of Annex ZB .7

EN 13260:2009/prA1:2010 (E)
Foreword
This document (EN 13260:2009/prA1:2010) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 256
“Railway applications”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This document is currently submitted to the Unique Acceptance Procedure.
This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive 2008/57/EC.
For relationship with the EU Directive, see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this document.
EN 13260:2009/prA1:2010 (E)
1 Amendment of the Foreword
th
Delete the 5 paragraph of the Foreword and replace with:
"This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN/CENELEC/ETSI by the European
Commission and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive
2008/57/EC."
th
Delete the 6 paragraph and replace with:
"For relationship with EU Directive 2008/57/EC, see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this
document."
2 Amendment of Annex ZA
Replace Annex ZA with the following Annex ZA:
"
Annex ZA
(informative)
Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential Requirements of
EU Directive 2008/57/EC
This European Standard has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN/CENELEC/ETSI by the European
Commission to provide a means of conforming to Essential Requirements of the New Approach Directive
2008/57/EC .
Once this standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union under that Directive and has been
implemented as a national standard in at least one Member State, compliance with the clauses of this
standard given in Table ZA.1 for High Speed Rolling Stock, Table ZA.2 for Freight Wagons and Table ZA.3 for
Locomotives and Passenger Rolling Stock, co
...

Questions, Comments and Discussion

Ask us and Technical Secretary will try to provide an answer. You can facilitate discussion about the standard in here.

Loading comments...