GCRT5021 Iss 6
Track System Requirements
Synopsis
This document sets out Great Britain (GB) requirements in scope of the national technical rules for track geometry, track systems and track components to provide for the safe guidance and support of rail vehicles.
Summary Of Changes
GCRT5021 provides rationale and guidance to support requirements. Part 2, Part 3 and Part 4 have all been revised to include rationale and guidance. Section 2.8 regarding sidings has been removed and the requirements have been incorporated in the relevant sections of Part 2. Sections 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, and 4.5 of Part 4 have been withdrawn and moved to RIS-7707-INS, which provides infrastructure requirements and guidance for S&C. Appendices A-H have been withdrawn as guidance is now included with requirements.
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Railway Group Standard
- Issued:
- 02/12/2023
- Published:
- 02/12/2023
- In Force:
- 02/03/2024
- Next Review:
- 02/03/2025
Details
Vehicle Assessment | No |
Supersedes | GCRT5021 Iss 5 |
Lead Committee | Infrastructure - INS |
Supporting Committee | Rolling Stock - RST; Control Command and Signalling - CCS; Plant - PLT |
Briefing Notes | 23 BN20 |
Impact Assessments
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23 IA18 |