UNI EN 13261 : 2011

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Product definition
Annex A (normative) - Particular characteristics for axles of
        steel grade EA1T and EA4T
Annex B (normative) - Standard wedge for measurement of
        permeability to ultrasound
Annex C (normative) - Method to assess resistance to impact
        of the coating
Annex D (normative) - Method to assess resistance to gritting
        of the coating
Annex E (normative) - Method to assess the resistance of the
        coating to specific corrosive products
Annex F (normative) - Method to assess the resistance of the
        coating to cyclic mechanical stresses
Annex G (normative) - Measurement of the hydrogen content
        in the steel for axles at the melting stage
Annex H (informative) - Drawings of test pieces
Annex I (informative) - Product qualification
Annex J (informative) - Product delivery
Annex ZA (informative) - Relationship between this European
         Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU Directive
         2008/57/EC
Bibliography

Describes the characteristics of axles for use on European networks. Also explains characteristics of forged or rolled solid and hollow axles, made from vacuum-degassed steel grade EA1N1 that is the most commonly used grade on European networks.