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| Mora Railroad | Mora Ties | Tropical Hardwood Logs used to make Railroad Ties |
Turada® railroad ties have gained popularity because of their quality, durability, and timely delivery. It is becoming increasingly difficult to get quality tropical hardwood ties. Turada® wood, which is also known as Brazilian Mora, is available through us in large quantities and superior quality. Turada® is exclusively available from Durable Wood Products Turada® is "The Untreated Alternative®" for long lasting railroad ties.
Reasons to consider Turada® railroad ties:
- Naturally resistant to insects and decay
- No treatment required (a very green alternative)
- Pre-Plating available
- Crossties & Switch Ties
- Bridge Ties & Timbers
- Large Inventory in the USA
- Environmentally Friendly
- Sustainably Harvested
- Test Report Available
Railroad Ties Test Comparison Chart |
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Test/Property |
Turada® |
Red Oak |
Max. Bending Stress (psi) |
9,055 |
7,660 |
Static Bending Modulus (psi) |
1,446,276 |
920,000 |
Compressive Modulus (psi) |
48,696 |
39,154 |
Surface Hardness (lbs) |
5,200 |
6,460 |
Spike Insertion Force (lbs) |
13,700 |
9,700 |
Spike Withdrawal Force (lbs) |
9,900 |
8,800 |
Spike Lateral Resistance Force(lbs) |
4,880 |
3,285 |
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