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Rail Scrap Calculator
Estimate the value of rail scrap based on global steel commodity index + rail-grade premium.
Rail Scrap Valuation
High-Carbon Steel & Track Material
Estimated Market Price
£360
Per Metric Tonne • Delivered to Yard
Base Price
£350
Rail Premium
+£10
Market Baseline
£350
Typical Range: £350 - £450 / tonne
Grade Adjustments
+£10
Typical Premium: £10 - £50 / tonne
Valuation Formula
Base steel price + High-carbon premium (£10–30/tonne above HMS #1)Typical Grade Premiums
| Grade | Description | Typical Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Rail | Used rail sections (R50/R65) | +£20 |
| Manganese Rail | High Mn content (non-magnetic) | +£45 |
| Short Rail | Cut to foundry size (< 1.5m) | +£35 |
| Oversize Rail | Long lengths requiring cutting | +£5 |
About this Calculator
Market Basis
Global steel commodity index + Rail-grade premium
Typical Value
£395/tonne (November 2025)
Pricing Formula
Base steel price + High-carbon premium (£10–30/tonne above HMS #1)Ready to get started?
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