Slab Track TECHNICAL PAGES AND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

A detailed introduction to slab track can be found at our Frequently Asked Questions Page.

A focussed discussion on the benefits of modern slab track, and the common misconceptions, can be found at Why Build Slab Track? This page also includes a list of slab track projects in operation around the world.

Detailed technical information on slab track design and construction is there in the technical pages, with illustrated examples of the five types of slab track design.

Britpave’s research publications on slab track are also summarised on this site with pages on The Commercial Case, Development, Life Cycle and Safety. Hard copies of full publications (approx 25 A4 pages) can be purchased at the Britpave Shop (free to Britpave members).