49 CFR 213.323 – Track gage
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(a) Gage is measured between the heads of the rails at right-angles to the rails in a plane five-eighths of an inch below the top of the rail head.
(b) Gage shall be within the limits prescribed in the following table:
| Class of track | The gage must be at least— | But not more than— | The change of gage within 31 feet must not be greater than— |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 6 track | 4?8? | 4?9 | |
| Class 7 track | 4?8? | 4?9 | |
| Class 8 track | 4?8? | 4?9 | |
| Class 9 track | 4?8 | 4?9 |