NIST 0001 Rev B - Structure Gauge Envelopes

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Victorian Rail Industry Operators Group Standards
VRIOGS 001
Structure Gauge Envelopes - Minimum
Clearances for Infrastructure Adjacent to
the Railway
Revision: Revision B
Issue Date: 04/06/12
NOTE: This document is controlled only when viewed on the VRIOG Engineering Standards website. Any other
copy of this document is uncontrolled, and the content may be inaccurate.
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VRIOGS 001 Structure Gauge Envelopes - Minimum Clearances for Infrastructure Adjacent to the
Railway
Revision B
Issue Date: 04/06/2012
APPROVAL STATUS
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VRIOG Steering
Committee
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Tram
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REVISION ISSUE DATE APPROVED BY SUMMARY OF CHANGE
Rev A 26/03/07 VRIOGS Steering New document
Committee
Rev B 25/05/12 VRIOGS Steering Document updated (see change register)
Committee
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PURPOSE OF THE STANDARD

The Standard has been created through the collaboration of members of the Victorian Rail Industry
Operators’ Group (VRIOG) for the purpose of establishing standards which, if implemented throughout
the Victorian Rail Network, will facilitate the interoperability of Infrastructure. The Victorian rail network
covers all tracks within Victoria including metropolitan, country, interstate, intrastate and freight
networks.
The use of the Standard is not prescribed by law but, if adopted, it is expected that users of this
Standard will conform with the provisions of the Standard so that the purpose of the Standard can be
achieved.
DISCLAIMER
The Standard is published by the Public Transport Victoria for information purposes only and does not
amount to any kind of advice.
Each person is responsible for making his or her own assessment of all such information and for
verifying such information. The content of this publication is not a substitute for professional advice.
Public Transport Victoria and VRIOG accept no liability for any loss or damage to any person,
howsoever caused, for information contained in this publication, or any purported reliance thereon.
HISTORY
This Standard supersedes VRIOGS 001-2005, issued on the 26/03/2007.
COPYRIGHT STATEMENT
© Public Transport Victoria 2012.

This publication is copyright. No part may be reproduced by any process except in
accordance with the provisions of the Copyright Act.
Where information or material is so used, it should be used accurately and the Standard
should be acknowledged as the source of the information.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1.0 CONVENTIONS.......................................................................................... 1
SECTION 2.0 DEFINITIONS ............................................................................................. 2
SECTION 3.0 SCOPE AND GENERAL ............................................................................. 7
3.1 Scope ............................................................................................................ 7
3.2 Applications ................................................................................................... 7
3.3 Background.................................................................................................... 7
SECTION 4.0 NOTES APPLICABLE TO ALL FIGURES ................................................... 8
4.1 General Notes ................................................................................................ 8
4.2 Curved Track ............................................................................................... 10
SECTION 5.0 DEVIATIONS AND CRITICAL CLEARANCES TO INFRASTRUCTURE... 11
5.1 Deviations from the Minimum Clearances to Infrastructure .......................... 11
5.2 Critical Clearances to Infrastructure ............................................................. 11
SECTION 6.0 STRUCTURE GAUGE ENVELOPES FOR EXTERNAL DEVELOPERS –
FOR NEW INFRASTRUCTURE ADJACENT TO, OR IN THE AIR SPACE OVER TRACK.. 12
SECTION 7.0 STRUCTURE GAUGE ENVELOPES FOR THE PTV OR ACCREDITED
RAIL OPERATOR – FOR NEW, OR ALTERED INFRASTRUCTURE ADJACENT TO, OR IN
THE AIR SPACE OVER TRACK.......................................................................................... 15
SECTION 8.0 STRUCTURE GAUGE ENVELOPES FOR THE PTV OR ACCREDITED
RAIL OPERATORS – FOR INFRASTRUCTURE INTENDED TO BE ADJACENT TO, OR IN
THE AIR SPACE ABOVE THE TRACK. .............................................................................. 18
SECTION 9.0 STRUCTURE GAUGE ENVELOPES – FOR EXISTING
INFRASTRUCTURE ADJACENT TO, OR IN THE AIR SPACE OVER TRACK, EXCLUDING
TRACKS OPERATED BY ARTC. ........................................................................................ 21
SECTION 10.0 STRUCTURE GAUGE ENVELOPES – FOR NEW OR EXISTING
INFRASTRUCTURE ADJACENT TO, OR IN THE AIR SPACE OVER TRAM TRACKS AND
TRAMSTOP PLATFORMS .................................................................................................. 23
SECTION 11.0 ROLLING STOCK CENTRE AND END THROW AND CANT EFFECT .... 24
11.1 Rolling Stock Centre and End Throw ........................................................... 24
11.2 Cant Effect ................................................................................................... 25
SECTION 12.0 BIBLIOGRAPHY ....................................................................................... 26
SECTION 13.0 APPENDIX A ............................................................................................ 27
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1 – Structure Gauge Envelopes for External Developers – for new
Infrastructure adjacent to, or in the Air Space over track........................................ 14
Figure 2 – Structure Gauge Envelopes for the PTV and Accredited Rail Operators –
for new or altered Infrastructure adjacent to, or in the Air Space over track. ...... 17
Figure 3 – Structure Gauge Envelopes for PTV and Accredited Rail Operators – for
Infrastructure adjacent to tracks. ................................................................................ 20
Figure 4 – Structure Gauge Envelopes for Existing Infrastructure adjacent to or in the
Air Space over track...................................................................................................... 22
Figure 5 Static Rolling Stock Outline dimension for RISSB Reference Vehicle 1. ..... 27
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SECTION 1.0 Conventions
1. Words or phrases that appear capitalised out of context are defined within the Definitions
section of this VRIOG Standard.
2. The word “Shall” is to be understood as mandatory.
3. The word “Should” is to be understood as non-mandatory i.e. advisory or recommended.
4. Uncontrolled Standards may not be referenced within the VRIOG Standards. These include
former Public Transport Corporation Standards, Franchisee Standards, Franchisee
Subcontractor Standards and Infrastructure Lessee Standards.
5. Controlled Standards, including Australian Standards and other VRIOG Standards, may be
referenced but only if:
• The referenced item cannot be adequately explained with an amount of text that could
not reasonably be inserted into the body of the Standard
• The reader is not referenced to another Controlled Standard necessary for the item to
be adequately explained i.e. one document link only
• The referenced document is a figure or table and could not reasonably be included in
the appendices of the Standard.
6. The format employed in the VRIOG Standards is compatible with Australian Standards, and
will be used from this point on.
7. The VRIOG Standards contain engineering information necessary to operate a safe railway.
VRIOG Standards will not contain any information that can be construed as a work instruction,
procedure, process or protocol. This information forms the basis of each individual entity’s
Safety Accreditation Certification, and, as such, is outside the scope of VRIOG Standards.
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SECTION 2.0 Definitions
Terminology used and/or applied in this Standard is defined as follows:
Accredited Rail An Accredited Rail Operator is a rail Infrastructure manager or

Operator (ARO) a rolling stock operator who is accredited under part 5 of the
Rail Safety Act 2006.
Alignment Referred to as the horizontal or vertical alignment. Horizontal

alignment is the design horizontal alignment of the track (i.e.
straights, curves etc.). Vertical alignment is the design vertical
alignment of the track (gradients and vertical curves).
Alterations Is a change to Infrastructure, be it track-side or track

(pertaining to Infrastructure, which is significant enough to change the
existing physical attributes or the position of that Infrastructure.
Infrastructure)
Air Space The region that exists vertically above the railway and
bounded by the horizontal extremities of the railway.
Broad Gauge Track where the inside running edge of the two rail heads are
separated by 1600mm. Typically, this configuration exists for
the Victoria’s Suburban and Country passenger networks and
the majority of the freight networks
Cant The vertical distance that the outer rail is raised above the
inner or grade rail at a curve. Also known as superelevation.
Centre Line A vertical plane of equal distance to the running edge on the
two adjacent rail heads on a section of track. On dual gauge
track there are two track centre lines one for each gauge of
track. The centre lines on dual gauge track are determined
from the running edge of the common rail and the running
edge of the applicable gauge’s running rail.
Centre Throw The curve throw of the vehicle body towards the inside of a
horizontal curve at the vehicle centre. The body centre is the
position of maximum inwards curve throw for a symmetrical
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vehicle.
Controlled A standard that is currently protected by a system that

Standards ensures that the integrity of its contents cannot be
compromised by revision or amendments by personnel not
authorised by the Victorian Rail Industry Operators Group.
Critical Clearance Any clearance which is less than, or at, those specified in the
structure gauge envelope for existing structures.
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RISSB Glossary of Railway Terminology Guideline
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Curve Throw The extent to which a transverse cross-section of a vehicle is

displaced inwards or outwards from the track centreline on a
horizontal curve, or upwards and downwards on a vertical
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curve.
Deviation to Where there is a deviation to the minimum Horizontal or

Standard Vertical clearance outlined in this Standard.
Double Stacked Freight train wagons loaded with containers stacked in a 2

high configuration are defined as double stacked. This is only
permitted on corridors where there is unrestricted vertical
clearance of 7.1m from the rail level. Refer to ARTC Track
and Civil Code of Practice, SA/WAS & VIC, Section 7
Clearances, Figure 7.6 Rolling Stock outline F.
Dual Gauge Track that is constructed with a mixture of both Standard

Track gauge (1435mm) and Broad gauge (1600mm) widths utilising
a common rail.
End Throw The curve throw towards the outside of a horizontal curve at
the vehicle end which is the position of maximum outwards
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curve throw for a uniform vehicle.
Engineering A document that sets out the procedure for initiating,

Change Control developing, approving, implementing and auditing changes to
Procedure the configuration, maintenance and technical standards of
Rolling Stock and Infrastructure
Existing Infrastructure presently on the Victorian rail network that may

Infrastructure have been designed to the standards prevailing at the time.
External Any entity which does not have a franchisee or lease

Developers agreement with the PTV and is not incorporated within PTV
that endeavours to construct Infrastructure adjacent to and/or
in the air space above the railway corridor.
Grain Spout A conduit for the loading of grain into rail freight vehicles.
These are only encountered in sidings on the country rail
network specifically designed for the purpose.
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The horizontal distance measured square to the track,

Horizontal
separating trackside Infrastructure and the Centre Line of
Clearance
track and/or separating track centrelines
Note that on canted/superelevated track the horizontal
clearance is measured based on a vertical line through the
track centre as shown below.
Where Ea = Applied Cant (Superelevation)
Additional horizontal clearances to allow for any Cant effect

and Centre and End throw is added as outlined in Section 4.2
and Section 11.
Identified Any Infrastructure that has a Critical Clearance, for example
Structure situated within the Structure Gauge Envelope for existing
Infrastructure.
Infrastructure Any building or permanent installation located within or

borders the railway corridor.
Kinematic A two dimensional cross-section of the shape of a rail vehicle

Envelope that consists of the static outline plus the maximum permitted
allowance for vertical and lateral movements. It also includes
any cant and curve affect associated with curved track and
dynamic movements in response to track irregularity.
Maintainer Either an ARO or an organisation contracted to an ARO, that

performs maintenance and renewal works.
Management of A document that sets out the procedure for initiating,

Change developing, approving, implementing and auditing changes to
the configuration, maintenance and technical standards of
Rolling Stock and Infrastructure
PTV Public Transport Victoria
Rail Level A horizontal plane formed by the rail heads, at right angles to
the centre line, of a section of tangent track. Where the track
has a cant the plane is assumed to be horizontal to the higher
of the two rail heads.
Rolling Stock Any train, track machine, piece of equipment, or lading, which
is expected to be on a track, guided by the rails, outside of a
worksite.
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Rolling Stock The combination of rolling stock cross-section, bogie centres

Outline (or wheelbase for non-bogie rolling stock) and body
overhang, and rolling stock tolerances which define the swept
path of the rolling stock. This does not include expendable
items located on the Rolling Stock.
Safe Area A safe area is an area where Infrastructure and authorised

staff are able to stand during the passage of a train.
Safety The certification required by an entity or party to an

Accreditation Infrastructure Management Agreement with the Chief
Certification Executive Officer of Public Transport Victoria that ensures
that, amongst other things, it has a robust Safety
Management System.
Standard Gauge Track where the inside running edge of the two rail heads are
separated by 1435mm. Typically, this configuration exists for
Interstate lines and branch lines off interstate lines and the
Melbourne tram network.
Structure Gauge A cross sectional profile that designates the minimum

Envelope allowable dimensions that must separate trackside
Infrastructure from the Centre Lines and Rail Level of the
track.
Superelevation See Cant
Swept Path The swept path is the generic name for the 3-dimensional
shape of the vehicle on any radius curve made up from the
kinematic outline plus the inner and outer curve throws
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produced by the vehicle on that curve.
Track Geometry The horizontal and vertical alignment, twist and cant of the
track.
Track Centres The horizontal distance between the centrelines of tracks
Uncontrolled A Standard that is not currently protected by a system that
Standards ensures that the integrity of its contents cannot be
compromised by revision or amendments by personnel not
authorised by the Victorian Rail Industry Operators Group.
Vertical The minimum vertical distance from the top of the running
Clearance rails to the underside of a structure.
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VRIOG The Victorian Rail Industry Operators’ Group comprising the

following members:
a) Public Transport Victoria
b) VicTrack
c) Metro Trains Melbourne
d) Yarra Trams
e) V/Line
f) Australian Rail Track Corporation
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SECTION 3.0 Scope and General
3.1 Scope
The purpose of the structure gauge envelope is to create an adequate area that separates rolling
stock from rolling stock and rolling stock from track side Infrastructure. This Standard mandates the
minimum and absolute allowable dimensions (the Structure Gauge Envelope) that shall separate any
new or altered trackside Infrastructure from the track centre line and the rail level. It also mandates the
minimum and absolute allowable horizontal dimension that shall separate the centre line of any track.
For existing Infrastructure this standard specifies the minimum structure gauge and the controls to be
established for any deviations to these standards.
The Victorian rail industry consists of a number of accredited rail operators which makes use of
several disparate configurations of track and rolling stock. As such, the situation may arise where the
structure gauge envelope will alter subject to the configurations of rolling stock and track
Infrastructure.
3.2 Applications
This standard is applicable to all Infrastructure (excluding stabling sidings – refer to VRIOG 004.13)
that is situated adjacent to, or in the Air Space over a railway. Standards applicable to light rail are
outlined in Section 10 only.
The Structure Gauge Diagrams are categorised according to ownership of the incumbent
Infrastructure, such as:
Figure 1 Structure Gauge Envelopes for External Developers, is to be used for new
Infrastructure adjacent to, or in the Air Space over track.
Figure 2 Structure Gauge Envelopes for the PTV and Accredited Rail Operators, is to be used
for new, or altered, Infrastructure adjacent to, or in the Air Space over track.
Figure 3 Structure Gauge Envelopes for the PTV and Accredited Rail Operators, for
Infrastructure intended to be adjacent to, or in the Air Space above the track. This
includes platform, signalling equipment, level crossing Infrastructure, services
Infrastructure and track work.
Figure 4 Structure Gauge Envelopes is to be used for existing Infrastructure adjacent to, or in
the Air Space over track.
3.3 Background
Early efforts to establish a Structure Gauge Envelope primarily involved separating the kinematic
envelopes of rolling stock from trackside Infrastructure, by a minimum nominal distance of 200mm.
Typically the minimum horizontal clearance of 2400 mm (at signal posts only - Section 7, Envelope I)
allows sufficient room, deemed to be 600mm to allow rail workers, under emergency situations, to
safely take refuge while trains pass. A number of different increments of this horizontal clearance
exist up to a maximum of 6000 mm, which allows for vehicles to travel parallel to the track.
Some of these assets may have been designed with less rigorous clearances than currently specified
and, unless being altered, need only comply with Structure Gauge Envelopes for Existing
Infrastructure represented in Figure 4.
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SECTION 4.0 Notes Applicable to all Figures
4.1 General Notes

a) All horizontal distances are measured square to the track in metres. Each figure contains
a suite of Structure Gauge Envelopes which are the minimum cross sectional profiles
within which Infrastructure shall not encroach. These Structure Gauge Envelopes are
orientated according to two normalised axes being:
i. The centre line of the track extended Vertical Square to the plane of the
rails. (Horizontal clearance axis)
ii. Note to allow for any Cant effect and Centre and End throw an additional
horizontal clearance is added as outlined in Section 4.2 and Section 11The
rail level (Vertical clearance axis)
b) All horizontal distances are measured from the track centre line. The vertical datum line in
each of the drawings represents the track centre line of the two outer most tracks, where
multiple tracks exist.
c) All Structure Gauge Envelope measurements are applicable to broad, standard and dual
gauge track. On dual gauge track, the standard gauge centreline shall be used on the
common rail side and the broad gauge centreline shall be used on the dual gauge rail
side.
d) All Infrastructure design shall incorporate provisions for long term corridor strategies.
Long term clearance forecast planning is the responsibility of Public Transport Victoria
(PTV). Consultation shall be made with the Strategic Planning and Development Division
and the Technical Services Division within PTV in the design phase of any project to
determine what long term clearance allowances shall be made within the project design.
e) Infrastructure adjacent and/or in the air space over track that has been identified to be
used for freight purposes, as a default should be built to the Vertical, Horizontal and the
Horizontal track centre to centre Clearances to allow for interstate freight and/or double
stacked container operations as stipulated in this Standard. The only exception to this is
where approval has been given by the Strategic Planning and Development Division and
the Technical Services Division within PTV, to build to a reduced vertical clearance that
does not provide for double stacked containers. The Structure Gauge for the ‘Passenger
and Freight services (excluding interstate and double stacked container operations)’
should be used in these circumstances;
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f) The Track Centres of tracks running in parallel straight lines shall be separated by the
following minimum Horizontal Clearances:
i. If one or both tracks are utilised for interstate freight or for the transport of
double-stacked containers: 4.5m
ii. If both tracks are utilised only for passenger services or for freight services
that are exempt from interstate/double-stacked freight requirements: 4.0m
iii. For dual gauge track the horizontal clearance between track centres shall
be measured from the track centre closest to the adjacent track.
iv. Where standard signal structures are located between tracks the vertical
clearances outlined in Figure 2, Envelope I shall be adhered to.
Note these clearances are calculated from the outermost of any signal
structure.
v. Where overhead structures, lighting structures and/or signal gantries are
located between tracks the vertical clearances outlined in Figure 2,
Envelope H shall be adhered to.
Note these clearances are calculated from the outermost of any structure or
gantry.
vi. The track Centreline spacing of tracks on curved tracks to allow for Cant
and Centre and End throw, are nominated in Section 4.2 of this document
vii. Where bridge piers are situated between tracks, the tracks centre line
spacing shall be a minimum of 3.0m to the nearest face of the pier.
For existing Infrastructure the horizontal clearances outlined in item f) may be
unachievable. In these cases reference should be made to Section 5.1 Substandard
Clearances.
g) For any new Infrastructure be it a retaining wall, bridge pier or any other structure
(excluding bridges where AS5100 or the relevant ARO standards shall apply), where the
structure is longer than 20 metres and is within 3.7m of the track centre-line a ‘safe area’
shall be provided as part of the Infrastructure at 20 metre intervals to allow authorised
staff to stand during the passage of a train. Where there are multiple tracks (2 or more)
safe areas shall be provided on both sides of the tracks. Provision for a safe area is not
required in the design of platforms.
This ‘safe area’ dimensions shall be
i. Height: 2000mm
ii. Width: 1500mm
iii. Depth: 700mm
h) The minimum Vertical Clearance for a Grain Spout shall be 3.6m. The spout is to be
aligned horizontally with the centre line of the track.
i) Where track maintenance or renewal activities are carried out in locations subject to
Substandard Clearances (Section 5.0), the maintainer shall conduct a post construction
validation check on the clearances to ensure that they comply with this standard.
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j) Alterations to existing Infrastructure or to the existing track alignment shall not result in a
reduction of the horizontal or vertical clearances in situations where the clearances do not
met the minimum clearances set out in this document. Alterations shall be offset with an
alteration in the new or existing Infrastructure or track alignment to ensure that the pre
alteration clearances are maintained.
k) Any Structure placed above or adjacent to overhead traction wires shall comply with the
Electrical Safety (Installations) Regulations 2009.
4.2 Curved Track

Curved tracks centre-lines require an extra horizontal clearance to the inside and outside of the curved
track to allow for the effects caused by the cant elevation and the centre and end throw of rolling
stock.
Where track (current or future) are utilised for interstate freight and/or for double stacked containers
freight, the structure gauge envelopes outlined in Figures 1 to 4 and the horizontal clearances outlined
in Section 4.1 item f) shall be altered based on the following conditions of curve radius:
a) ≤1300 metres or ≥300 metres: Add 700mm to the horizontal clearances on the inside of
the curve and add 100mm to horizontal clearances on the outside of the curve. Note
these figures are based on a 150mm and 0mm Cant to provide for clearances on the
inside and outside rail on curved track respectively.
b) ≤300 metres or ≥100 metres: Add 1100mm to the horizontal clearances on the inside of
the curve and add 400mm to horizontal clearances on the outside of the curve. Note
these figures are based on a 150mm and 0mm Cant to provide for clearances on the
inside and outside rail on curved track respectively.
Where track is utilised for passenger services and has no future requirement to be utilised for
interstate freight and/or for double stacked containers, the structure gauge envelope outlined in
Figures 1 to 4 and the horizontal clearances outlined in Section 4 item f) shall be altered based on
the following conditions of curve radius:
c) 1200m: Add 60mm to the horizontal clearance on the inside of the curve and add 30mm
to the horizontal clearances on the outside of the curve
d) 1100m: Add 90mm to the horizontal clearance on the inside of the curve and add 35mm
to the horizontal clearance on the outside of the curve
e) 1000m: Add 110mm to the horizontal clearance on the inside of the curve and add 40mm
f) 900m: Add 130mm to the horizontal clearance on the inside of the curve and add 45mm
g) 800m: Add 170mm to the horizontal clearance on the inside of the curve and add 50mm
h) 700m: Add 200mm to the horizontal clearance on the inside of the curve and add 55mm
i) 600m: Add 240mm to the horizontal clearance on the inside of the curve and add 65mm
j) 500m: Add 290mm to the horizontal clearance on the inside of the curve and add 80mm
k) 400m: Add 330mm to the horizontal clearance on the inside of the curve and add 100mm
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l) 300m: Add 390mm to the horizontal clearance on the inside of the curve and add 135mm
m) 200m: Add 480mm to the horizontal clearance on the inside of the curve and add 200mm
Note these figures are based on a 100mm and 0mm Cant to provide for clearances on the inside and
outside rail on curved track respectively. Where a curve radius value falls between the curve radius
as given in points c) to m), the tighter curve radius shall be used.
Alterations to the structure gauge envelope on curved track that provide allowance for Cant elevation
and rolling stock Centre and End throw may also be derived by the use of the principles outlined in the
Section 11.
If these principles are used it shall be demonstrated to the Public Transport Victoria, Technical
Services Division and to the ARO on how the allowances for curved tracks have been derived.
SECTION 5.0 Deviations and Critical Clearances to Infrastructure
5.1 Deviations from the Minimum Clearances to Infrastructure

Clearances less than the minimum stipulated in this Standard are only permissible on works where
there are alterations to existing track geometry, the installation of additional tracks within an existing
rail environment or where significant physical constraints exist that prohibit complying with the
dimensions outlined in this Standard. No deviations to the minimum clearances outlined in this
document shall be employed in a particular situation if more clearance can be provided. In
cases where existing Infrastructure does not conform to these conditions, refer to section 5.2 for the
absolute limits.
Any deviations to this Standard shall be received prior to the construction/modification of the
Infrastructure. Where deviations are proposed, an ARO shall apply its Engineering Change/Waiver
process to determine if the deviations are acceptable. In the event that an Engineering Change/Waiver
process is approved the absolute minimum conditions as outlined in Section 9 shall be met.
5.2 Critical Clearances to Infrastructure

Critical clearances are defined as those where Infrastructure is situated closer than, or at the
minimum clearance specified in Section 9.0 and cannot be improved without substantial changes to
the Infrastructure. It is only applicable to a specific location and requires the application and approval
of the AROs Engineering Change/Waiver process to demonstrate that the risk of collision is
manageable. It may incorporate site specific track and rolling stock tolerances and may require
conditions to be placed on the location or rolling stock such as a reduction in train speeds or an
increase in inspection or maintenance. Infrastructure that has been identified with a critical clearance
shall be defined as an Identified Structure which is held and updated by the ARO responsible for that
particular railway.
Due to the reduced clearances and the increased risk associated with these it is essential that:
a) The ARO is to conduct a post construction clearance survey to verify that the dimensions
are not less than those specified in the Engineering Change/Waiver process.
b) The actual track design position shall be tied into a monitoring mark/s to enable manual
checking by a track inspector at regular intervals and allow checking after any maintenance
work has been carried out.
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SECTION 6.0 Structure Gauge Envelopes for External Developers – for New
Infrastructure adjacent to, or in the Air Space over Track.
This section applies to any new Infrastructure constructed or installed by external developers adjacent
to or in the air space above the railway. These requirements are applicable only to tangent track and
are to apply to the Centre Line of the two outermost tracks
For curved track adjustments refer to Section 4.2. Notes applicable to Figure 1
ENVELOPE A
Envelope A applies to the placement of new Infrastructure adjacent to and/or in the air space
above the track where track access for road vehicles is required.
H1 The minimum Horizontal Clearance shall be 6.0m for all Air Space developments
adjacent to the track where track access for road vehicles is required.
V1 The minimum Vertical Clearance shall be 7.1m for Air Space above the track where
the track has been identified to be used for interstate freight and/or double stacked
containers operations.
Note for a grain gantry over a siding the Vertical Clearance can be reduced to 5.26m
subject to approval of PTV.
V2 For track that is or is to be utilised for passenger and/or freight services and has no
future interstate freight and/or double stacked containers operation requirements, the
Vertical Clearance may be reduced to a minimum of 5.75m, subject to approval being
granted to alter the height of existing overhead traction power wiring if required.
ENVELOPE B
Envelope B applies to the placement of new Infrastructure adjacent to and/or in the airspace
above the track where track access for road vehicles is not required.
H2 The minimum Horizontal Clearance shall be 4.0m for all Air Space developments
where track access is not required for road vehicles parallel to track, subject to the
approval of PTV.
V1 The minimum Vertical Clearance shall be 7.1m for the Air Space above the track
where the track has been identified to be used for interstate freight and/or double
stacked containers operation requirements.
ENVELOPE C
Envelope C applies to the placement of new Infrastructure adjacent to and/or in the air space
above the track where track access for road vehicles is not required and the track uses
concrete sleepers or slab track.
H3 The minimum Horizontal Clearance for all Air Space developments shall be 3.0m
where track access is not required for road vehicles parallel to track and where the
track uses concrete sleepers or slab track, subject to the approval of PTV.
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V1 The minimum Vertical Clearance shall be 7.1m for the Air Space above the track
where the track has been identified to be used for interstate freight and/or double
stacked containers operation requirements.
ENVELOPE D1
Envelope D1 applies to the placement of temporary structures by developers of new
Infrastructure adjacent to and/or in the air space above track that is being utilised by
passenger and freight services excluding freight services that are to transport double stacked
containers. For freight that is to transport doubled stacked containers refer to envelope D2.
For electrified passenger services the vertical height shall be increased to 6.48m as
represented by the dotted line on D1.
The minimum vertical and horizontal dimensions are displayed in Envelope D1 and are
subject to the approval of PTV.
ENVELOPE D2
Envelope D2 applies to the placement of temporary structures by developers of new
Infrastructure adjacent to and/or in the air space above track that is being utilised for freight
services that are to transport double stacked containers. The minimum vertical and horizontal
dimensions are displayed in Envelope D2 and are subject to the approval of PTV.
Checks shall also be made also with the rail operator and Infrastructure owner to ensure that
the transit space for any oversize vehicles approved to operate on the line is not infringed
upon
ENVELOPE E
Envelope E applies to the placement of any structural foundations beneath the track.
V3 The minimum vertical distance beneath the rail head to be free from any structural
foundations (except platforms) shall be 1.0m.
H3 The minimum horizontal distance, measured from the centre line of the track, to be free
from any structural foundations (except platforms) shall be 3.0m.
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Figure 1 – Structure Gauge Envelopes for External Developers – for new Infrastructure adjacent to, or in the Air Space over track
For Tangent
Interstate Freight and/or Double Track Only
Stacked Containers Operations Passenger and Freight Services
(excluding Interstate Freight and Double
0.79m Stacked Container Operations)
1.525m
1.525m
V1 = 7.100m
6.50m
2.5m 2.135m
V2 = 5.750m
A B C
6.80m
3.66m
4.88m
6.48m
D2 D1
B A
C
1.55m
1.08m
1.08m
1.70m 1.70m
1.345m
0.20m
Design Rail Level
V3 = 1.00m
E E
H3 = 3.00 m H3
H2 = 4.00 m H2
H1 = 6.00 m H1
NOTE: This document is controlled only when viewed on the VRIOG Engineering Standards website. Any other copy of this document is uncontrolled, and the content
may be inaccurate.
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SECTION 7.0 Structure Gauge Envelopes for the PTV or Accredited Rail
Operator – for new, or altered Infrastructure adjacent to, or in
the Air Space over Track
This section applies to any new, or alterations to existing Infrastructure constructed or installed by or
on behalf of the PTV or accredited Infrastructure managers. These requirements are applicable only to
tangent track. For curved track adjustments, refer to Section 4.2. Notes applicable to Figure 2:
ENVELOPE F
Envelope F applies to the placement of bridges, retaining walls (excluding platforms), bridge
piers and structures adjacent to and/or in the airspace above the track.
V4 The minimum Vertical Clearance shall be 7.1m for new bridges and/or structures
above track that has been identified to be used for interstate freight and/or for double
stacked containers operations.
interstate freight or double stacked containers operation requirements, the Vertical
Clearance may be reduced to a minimum of 5.75m subject to approval being
H4 The minimum Horizontal Clearance shall be 6.0m for bridge piers, bridge abutments
and retaining walls (excluding platforms), where track access is required for road
vehicles parallel to track.
and retaining walls (excluding platforms), where track access is not required for road
vehicles parallel to track, subject to the approval of PTV.
and retaining walls (excluding platforms), where track access is not required for road
vehicles parallel to track and where the track uses concrete sleepers or slab track,
subject to the approval of PTV.
ENVELOPE G
Envelope G applies to the placement of verandah eaves adjacent to the track.
V7 There shall be a minimum Vertical Clearance of 7.1m for verandah eaves above
track that has been identified to be used for interstate freight and/or for double
V8 For track that is utilised for passenger and/or freight services and has no future
interstate freight and/or double stacked containers operation requirements, the
Vertical Clearance may be reduced to a minimum of 5.26m for verandah eaves.
H9 There shall be a minimum Horizontal Clearance of 3m for verandah eaves where the
track has been identified to be used for freight operations. Note in certain
circumstances a reduced clearance of no less than 2.5m may be accepted subject
to approval of PTV and the ARO.
H10 For track that is utilised for passenger services only and has no future freight
requirements the minimum Horizontal Clearance may be reduced to 2.4m for
verandah eaves.
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ENVELOPE H
Envelope H applies to the placement of overhead electrification structures, lighting structures
and signal gantries adjacent to and/or in the air space above track.
V7 The minimum Vertical Clearance shall be 7.1m for lighting structures and signal
gantries above track that has been identified to be used for interstate freight and/or
for double stacked containers operations.
For track that is utilised for passenger and/or freight services and has no future
V8 interstate freight and/or double stacked containers operation requirements, the
Vertical Clearance may be reduced to a minimum of 5.26m for overhead
electrification structures, lighting structures and signal gantries.
H8 The minimum Horizontal Clearance shall be 3.0m for overhead electrification and
lighting structures, and signal gantries.
ENVELOPE I
Envelope I applies to the placement of standard signal structures adjacent to and/or in the air
space above track. Standard signal structures include items such as signal masts, relay boxes,
signal equipment on stands or similar. The requirements for signal gantries are outlined in
Envelope H.
V7 There shall be a minimum Vertical Clearance of 7.1m for standard signal structures
above track that has been identified to be used for interstate freight and/or for double
V8 For track that is utilised for passenger services and has no future interstate freight
and/or double stacked containers operation requirements, the Vertical Clearance may
be reduced to a minimum of 5.26m for standard signal structures.
H9, There shall be a minimum Horizontal Clearance of 3m for signal structures where the
track has been identified to be used for freight operations. Note in certain circumstances
a reduced clearance of no less than 2.5m may be accepted subject to approval of PTV
and the ARO
H10 For track that is utilised for passenger services only and has no future freight
requirements the minimum Horizontal Clearance shall be 3m for signal structures. Note
in certain circumstances a reduced clearance of no less than 2.4m may be accepted
subject to approval of PTV and the ARO.
ENVELOPE J
Envelope J applies to the placement of any structural foundations (except platforms) beneath the
track.
V6 The minimum vertical distance shall be 1.0m beneath the rail head which is to be free
from any structural foundations (except platforms).
H7 The minimum horizontal distance shall be 3.0m, measured from the centre line of the
track, which is to be free from any structural foundations (except platforms).
Figure 2 – Structure Gauge Envelopes for the PTV and Accredited Rail Operators – for new or altered Infrastructure adjacent to, or in the Air
Space over track.
Interstate Freight and/or Double For Tangent

Track Only
Stacked Containers Operations Passenger and Freight Services
(excluding Interstate Freight and Double
Stacked Container operations)
1.50 m
3.00 m
V4, V7 = 7.10m
V5 = 5.75m
1.55 m
H
V8 = 5.26m
6.50m
G G
I I
3.80m
F F
3.80m
F F F
3.66m
F
V6 = 1.00m
H9 = 2.50 m H10 = 2.40 m

Design Rail Level
J J
H6,H7,H8=3.00 m H6, H7, H8
H5= 4.00 m H5
H4 = 6.00 m H4
may be inaccurate.
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SECTION 8.0 Structure Gauge Envelopes for the PTV or Accredited Rail
Operators – for Infrastructure intended to be adjacent to, or in
the Air Space above the track.
These requirements are applicable only to tangent track. For curved track adjustments, refer to
Section 4.2. Notes applicable to Figure 3:
ENVELOPE K and K*
Envelope K and K* applies to the placement of platforms adjacent to the track.
(K) The Horizontal Clearance to the platform face shall be

H11,H12
a) 1.7m with a construction tolerance of +10mm, - 0mm (H11)
The Horizontal Clearance to the platform coping shall be
b) 1.55m with a construction tolerance of +10mm, - 0mm (H12), (for
example 150mm overhang).
(K*) Platforms adjacent to standard gauge track identified to be used for interstate freight
H13 and/or double stacked containers operation, shall have a Horizontal Clearance of 1.7m
with a construction tolerance of +10mm, - 0mm to the platform coping.
For additional information on platform dimensions and minimum clearances at
platforms refer to VRIOGS 002.1.
ENVELOPE L
Envelope L applies to the placement of signal trunking and train stops (in there lowered position)
adjacent to the track. It applies to track that is utilised for the electrified network only.
V12 Signal trunking and train stops shall have a maximum Vertical Clearance of 102mm
H14 Signal trunking and train stops shall have a minimum Horizontal Clearance of 1067mm
V13 The sloping vertical extent of the placement of signalling trucking adjacent to the
platform edge shall be a maximum of 230mm
V14 The sloping vertical extent of the placement of signalling trunking adjacent to
structures other than the platform edge shall be a maximum of 158mm
H15 The sloping Horizontal Clearance of the placement of signal trunking shall be a
minimum of 1220mm
ENVELOPE M
Envelope M applies to the placement of services adjacent to the track in the area beneath the
platform overhang and is for the use of PTV or ARO’s only. It exists in the area beneath the
platform coping overhang.
H12 The minimum Horizontal Clearance for the placement of services shall be 1.55m.
NOTE: This Document is controlled only when viewed on the VRIOG Engineering Standards Website. Any other copy of
this document is uncontrolled, and the content may not be current.
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ENVELOPE N
Envelope N applies on track that is used for passenger and freight operations and is for the
placement of signalling equipment (excluding signalling masts and gantries) and approved
structures only, and is typically situated between parallel running tracks. The signalling
equipment outlined above includes such items as signal trunking, small track units and dwarf
signals. On track that is only used for freight operations see Envelope N*.
V15 The maximum Vertical Clearance shall be 1.5m
H12 The minimum Horizontal Clearance shall be 1.55m
ENVELOPE N*
Envelope N* applies only where track has been identified to be used for interstate freight
operations to prevent fouling of rolling stock. Envelope N* is for the placement of signalling
equipment (excluding signalling masts and gantries) and approved structures only, and is
typically situated between parallel running tracks. The signalling equipment outlined above
includes such items as signal trunking, small track units and dwarf signals.
V16 The maximum Vertical Clearance of this cut out shall be 1.043m
H16 The minimum Horizontal Clearance of this cut out shall be 1.911m
ENVELOPE O
Envelope O applies to Broad or Standard gauge track and is for the placement of guard rails. The
guard rail arrangements may exist for V and K crossings on the regional rail network. This
Envelope is represented on the platform edge side but applies to both platform edge and non-
platform edge. The Vertical and Horizontal Clearances outlined below also applies to figures 1 and
2.
V17 The maximum Vertical Clearance for the placement of guard rails is 25mm.
H17 The Horizontal Clearance for the placement of guard rails is
1. On Broad gauge track between 580mm and 680mm from the track centre line
2. On Standard gauge track between 660mm and 760mm from the track centre
line.
ENVELOPE P
Envelope P applies to any track category be it Broad or Standard gauge and is for the placement
of Tactile Ground Surface Indicators (TGSI’s) located on pedestrian level crossings. This
Envelope is represented on the platform edge side but applies to both platform edge and non-
platform edge. The Vertical Clearance outlined below also applies to figures 1 and 2.
V18 The maximum Vertical Clearance for the placement of TGSI’s is 25mm.
The Horizontal Clearance for the placement of TGSI’s excluding placement on the top of
rail and across flange gap is to be as per VRIOGS 003.2.
Figure 3 – Structure Gauge Envelopes for PTV and Accredited Rail Operators – for Infrastructure adjacent to tracks.
For additional information on minimum For Tangent

clearances at platforms refer to
VRIOGS 002.1
Track Only
Platform Edge Non - Platform Edge
H16 = 1.911m
0.150 m
N*
V15 = 1.500m
0.150 m H13 = 1.70 m
tolerance of +/- 0,10mm
1.080m with a construction
H12 = 1.550 m H12 = 1.550 m

K* H11 = 1.70 m
M H17 N V16 = 1.043
K 0.760 m
O 0.660 m
0.680 m
V13 = 0.230 m L P L
0.580 m V14 = 0.151 m
V12 = 0.102m 0.102 m
Design Rail Level

V17 = 0.025m V18 = 0.025m
H14 = 1.067 m H14 = 1.067 m
H15 = 1.220 m H15 = 1.220 m
may be inaccurate.
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SECTION 9.0 Structure Gauge Envelopes – for Existing Infrastructure

adjacent to, or in the Air Space over Track, excluding tracks
operated by ARTC.
There are numerous cases of existing Infrastructure that have been built to lesser clearance
requirements then those outlined within this standard. This is due to much of the Infrastructure being
built to meet standards prevailing at that time. In the cases where existing Infrastructure does not
conform to the dimensions outlined earlier within this document then as an absolute minimum they
shall comply with the structure gauge envelopes detailed in Figure 4.
In addition to the requirements outlined in Figure 4 the following minimum conditions shall also apply:
The Centre lines of tracks running in parallel straight lines shall be separated by a minimum Horizontal
Clearances of:
a) 3.556m between track centrelines
b) Where existing lighting structures and signals and electrification structures are located
between tracks the minimum horizontal clearance to closest edge of the structure shall be
2.007m
c) For curved tracks, track centreline spacing’s as nominated in Section 4.2 of this document
In cases where existing Infrastructure does not conform to the structure gauge envelope outlined in
Figure 4, refer to Section 5.2 Critical Clearances.
ENVELOPE Q - Notes applicable to Figure 4:

The structure gauge envelope for existing Infrastructure over track that has been identified to be used
for Electric Motor Units shall comply with envelope Q. Note that:
a) The minimum horizontal clearances outlined in Envelope Q applies to existing bridge piers,
retaining walls, lighting and electrification structures, Verandah Eaves and signal structures.
b) The minimum vertical clearances outlined in Envelope Q applies to existing bridges, standard signal
and electrification structures, and lighting structures.
Note: The above absolute minimum clearances and those outlined in Figure 4 only apply to
rolling stock that meet the rolling stock outline diagram – static condition outlined in Standard
Drawing STD_ R0009. These absolute minimum clearances do not apply to rolling stock that
does not meet this static rolling stock envelope.
ENVELOPE R - Notes applicable to Figure 4:

The Structure Gauge Envelope for existing Infrastructure over track that is not used by Electric
Motor Units shall comply with Envelope R. Note that:
a) The minimum horizontal clearances outlined in Envelope R applies to existing bridge piers,
retaining walls, lighting structures, verandah eaves and signals and electrification structures;
b) The minimum vertical clearances outlined in Envelope R applies to existing bridges, standard signal
structures, Verandah Eaves and lighting structures.
Note: The above absolute minimum clearances and those outlined in Figure 4 only apply to
rolling stock that meet the static envelope outlined in Appendix A, Figure 5. These absolute
minimum clearances do not apply to rolling stock that does not meet this static rolling stock
envelope.
Figure 4 – Structure Gauge Envelopes for Existing Infrastructure adjacent to or in the Air Space over track.
For Tangent
Track Only
Non - Electrified Electrified
0.762 m
4.873 m
1.429 m
1.168 m
4.420 m
1.702m 1.702 m
4.125 m
4.153 m
2.007 m 2.007 m
3.989 m
3.708 m R Q
3.505 m
3.100 m 1.525 m 1.561 m
1.220 m 1.316 m
1.070 m 1.067m 1.067 m

1.043 m
Design Rail Level

0.230m 0.102m 0.097 m 0.227 m
may be inaccurate.
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SECTION 10.0 Structure Gauge Envelopes – for new or existing

Infrastructure adjacent to, or in the Air Space over Tram
tracks and Tramstop Platforms
The Structure Gauge Envelope for new or existing Infrastructure adjacent to, or in the Air Space over
tram tracks and tram stop platforms is outlined in standard drawings STD_T9000 Revision A and
STD_T0306 Revision B. The referenced standard drawings can be accessed through the Public
Transport Victoria Drawing Management System at:
https://dms.ptv.vic.gov.au/
The clearances outlined in the referenced drawings are for straight track only and an additional lateral
distance, varying up to 600mm, is required on curves. A table for the additional clearances required for
curved track is located on standard drawing STD_T0306 Revision B. If this is not used then the
additional distance needs to be calculated and approved by the ARO.
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SECTION 11.0 Rolling Stock Centre and End Throw and Cant Effect
For curved track with a radius of less than 1300 metres, allowance shall be made for the effect of track
Cant and of rolling stock Centre and End Throw to determine the structure gauge envelope outline on
a curved track.
On an inside of a curved track the Centre Throw (Ct) and the Cant Effect shall be added to the
minimum horizontal clearances outlined in this document. On the outside of a curved track the End
Throw (Et) shall be added to, and the Cant Effect subtracted from, the minimum horizontal clearances
outlined in this document. Note that the horizontal clearances outlined in this document are the
minimum that shall apply. Any figure that may be calculated below this shall not apply.
11.1 Rolling Stock Centre and End Throw

The equations outlined below can be used to determine the additional rolling stock centre and end
throw on curved track that is to be applied to the minimum structure gauge envelope.
Centre and end throw of vehicles may be calculated as follows:
4 2
Equation 1 Ct = Bc /8R
2 2
Equation 2 Et = (L - Bc )/8R
Where:
Ct = Centre throw of nominated vehicle in mm
Et = End throw of nominated vehicle in mm
Bc = Bogie centres of nominated vehicle in mm
R = Radius of curve in mm
L = Length of nominated vehicle in mm
For passenger and freight networks (excluding Defined Interstate Rail Networks) a ‘Bc’ value of
5
16150mm shall be used.
6
For the Defined Interstate Rail Network a ‘Bc’ value of 18300mm shall be used.
For passenger lines and freight networks (excluding Defined Interstate Rail Networks) a ‘L’ value of
5
22850mm shall be used.
For the Defined Interstate Rail Network a ‘L’ value of 25900mm shall be used.6
4
RISSB AS7507.1 Railway Rolling Stock – Rolling Stock Outlines
5
Standard Drawing, STD_R0009 ‘Maximum Rolling Stock outline Kinematic Diagram – Type 1 Single Deck Cars’
6
ARTC Track and Civil Code of Practice SA/WA & Vic, Section 7 Clearances, figure 7.6 Rolling Stock outline F.
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11.2 Cant Effect

The cant of the track tilts the vehicle towards the low rail side and has greatest effect at the highest
point of the vehicle at the low rail side. The horizontal clearance shall be increased on the inside of the
curve as the vehicle leans to a structure or vehicle.
11.2.1 Passenger and Freight services (excluding defined interstate rail traffic) of a track
gauge of 1600mm
The addition horizontal clearance that is to be applied to the minimum structure gauge for passenger
and freight services on a track gauge of 1600mm due to the cant effect is outlined in table 1. Note that
the additional horizontal clearance required shall be added to the inside of the curve.
CANT (mm)
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140
Additional
Horizontal 22 44 66 88 111 132 154 176 198 220 242 264 286 308
Clearance
required
Table 1 Cant Effect on Minimum Structure Gauge
The additional horizontal clearance is able to also be calculated using Equation 3. Equation 3 is to be
used to determine the additional horizontal clearance that is to be applied to the inside of a curve on
passenger and freight services on a track gauge of 1600mm due to the cant effect:
Equation 3 Cant effect = (Ea x Z)/1600
Where Z = the vertical height above design rail height (mm)
Ea = Applied Cant (Superelevation) (mm)
11.2.2 Passenger and Freight services of a track gauge of 1435mm.

Equation 4 below can be used to determine the additional horizontal clearance that is to be applied to
the inside of the a curve on passenger and freight services on a track gauge of 1435mm due to the
cant effect:
Equation 4 Cant effect = (Ea x Z)/1435
Where Z = the vertical height above design rail height (mm)
Ea = Applied Cant (Superelevation) (mm)
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SECTION 12.0 Bibliography

The following documents have been used in preparation and usage of this Standard:
1) ARTC Track and Civil Code of Practice – Infrastructure Guidelines – Section 7
clearances.
2) Rail Corp ESC 215 Transit Space, Version 4.5.
3) V/Line Procedures, Transit Space Clearances
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SECTION 13.0 Appendix A

Figure 5 Static Rolling Stock Outline dimension for RISSB Reference Vehicle 1.
Notes:
1. For unrestricted interchange of rolling stock on all Standard and Broad gauge lines this profile
cannot be infringed in any way.
2. The distance between bogie pivot points is not to be increased above, as shown in Figure 5,
unless adequate allowance is made by a reduction in width to compensate for the increased
centre and end throw on a curve of 100 metre radius.
3. The bottom of side hung doors which swing outwards shall have a minimum height above rail
of 1120mm under all conditions.
4. The clearances above rail must be preserved under all conditions of operation, loading and
maintenance of a vehicle on level track.

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Victorian Rail Industry Operators Group Standards

Issue Date: 04/06/12

APPROVER STATUS DATE QUALIFICATIONS

Accredited Rail Operators

PURPOSE OF THE STANDARD

© Public Transport Victoria 2012.

SECTION 1.0 Conventions

SECTION 2.0 Definitions

Terminology used and/or applied in this Standard is defined as follows:

Accredited Rail An Accredited Rail Operator is a rail Infrastructure manager or

Alignment Referred to as the horizontal or vertical alignment. Horizontal

Alterations Is a change to Infrastructure, be it track-side or track

Controlled A standard that is currently protected by a system that

Curve Throw The extent to which a transverse cross-section of a vehicle is

Deviation to Where there is a deviation to the minimum Horizontal or

Double Stacked Freight train wagons loaded with containers stacked in a 2

Dual Gauge Track that is constructed with a mixture of both Standard

Engineering A document that sets out the procedure for initiating,

Existing Infrastructure presently on the Victorian rail network that may

External Any entity which does not have a franchisee or lease

The horizontal distance measured square to the track,

Where Ea = Applied Cant (Superelevation)

Additional horizontal clearances to allow for any Cant effect

Infrastructure Any building or permanent installation located within or

Kinematic A two dimensional cross-section of the shape of a rail vehicle

Maintainer Either an ARO or an organisation contracted to an ARO, that

Management of A document that sets out the procedure for initiating,

PTV Public Transport Victoria

Rolling Stock The combination of rolling stock cross-section, bogie centres

Safe Area A safe area is an area where Infrastructure and authorised

Safety The certification required by an entity or party to an

Structure Gauge A cross sectional profile that designates the minimum

VRIOG The Victorian Rail Industry Operators’ Group comprising the

SECTION 3.0 Scope and General

SECTION 4.0 Notes Applicable to all Figures

4.1 General Notes

4.2 Curved Track

SECTION 5.0 Deviations and Critical Clearances to Infrastructure

5.1 Deviations from the Minimum Clearances to Infrastructure

5.2 Critical Clearances to Infrastructure

Interstate Freight and/or Double For Tangent

H9 = 2.50 m H10 = 2.40 m

(K) The Horizontal Clearance to the platform face shall be

V15 The maximum Vertical Clearance shall be 1.5m

H12 The minimum Horizontal Clearance shall be 1.55m

For additional information on minimum For Tangent

Platform Edge Non - Platform Edge

H12 = 1.550 m H12 = 1.550 m

Design Rail Level

H14 = 1.067 m H14 = 1.067 m

H15 = 1.220 m H15 = 1.220 m

SECTION 9.0 Structure Gauge Envelopes – for Existing Infrastructure

ENVELOPE Q - Notes applicable to Figure 4:

ENVELOPE R - Notes applicable to Figure 4:

3.100 m 1.525 m 1.561 m

1.070 m 1.067m 1.067 m

Design Rail Level

SECTION 10.0 Structure Gauge Envelopes – for new or existing

11.1 Rolling Stock Centre and End Throw

11.2 Cant Effect

11.2.2 Passenger and Freight services of a track gauge of 1435mm.

SECTION 12.0 Bibliography

SECTION 13.0 Appendix A