Crossties
Crossties in Hardwood or Softwood
We offer new and used railroad ties, switch timbers, and bridge crossties in hardwood or softwood. Wooden crossties are used by 93% of all North American railroad tracks, due to their inherent properties.
Sizes
Width and Depth
- 6 inches x 8 inches
- 7 inches x 8 inches
- 7 inches x 9 inches
- Other sizes upon request
Length
- Standard switch tie sets range from 9 to 17 feet
- Railroad ties come in a standard length of 8-1/2 feet. Other lengths are available upon request.
Grade
- AREMA
- Industrial
Species
- Mixed hardwoods
- Southern yellow pine
Treatment
- Creosote – This treatment is oil-based and considered a Class 9 hazardous cargo.
- Copper naphthenate
- ACZA