32/50mm Rail Ballast Granite 800kg Bulk Bag

A crucial component in railway infrastructure projects. This quarried crushed granite rock features particles ranging from 32mm to 50mm, ensuring optimal performance without fines. 

Description

Key Features:

• Primarily used for railway track ballasting, providing stability, load distribution, and water percolation around sleepers but,
• Can serve as a fines-free sub-base, suitable for drainage applications, haul roads, and hard standings
• Produced to comply with stringent Network Rail specifications, guaranteeing quality and reliability
• When compacted, the angular nature of the aggregate ensures cohesion and allows water to pass through the voids, minimizing waterlogging issues

While commonly utilised for railway projects, our Rail Ballast Granite finds versatility in various applications, with many customers using it for hardstanding or haul roads due to its exceptional durability and performance.

Homeowner Tip:
While primarily used in railway and civil engineering, this ballast can also be used at home in certain situations. Some customers use it as a base layer in deep raised beds to improve drainage, especially where soil is heavy or compacted.

Also know as: Washed NWR Primary T/BLT 32/50mm

Please note: This item is considered a firm sale product, as it is ordered to meet specific customer demand. Once the order has been placed and the delivery date confirmed, it cannot be returned. 

Our products are made from natural materials, which means there might be some slight differences in appearance. The item you receive may not look identical to the pictures on our website, as seasonal changes and variations in sourcing can affect the final result. Rest assured, we do our best to provide accurate representations, but we appreciate your understanding that working with nature brings some delightful surprises along the way.