This European Standard specifies the characteristics of new wheelsets for use on European networks: This standard is applicable to wheelsets comprising elements that conform to the following European Standards: EN 13262 for wheels; EN 13261 for axles; This standard is not fully applicable to wheelsets undergoing maintenance. Some characteristics are given as a function of a category 1 or of a category 2. Category 2 can be divided into sub-categories (2a and 2b) to specify certain characteristics. Category 1 is generally chosen when the operating speed exceeds 200 km/h. The wheelset then comprises wheels and axle of category 1 as specified in EN 13262 for the wheels and EN 13261 for the axles.
EN 13260:2009+A1:2010 Referenced Document
EN 13103:2009 Railway applications - Wheelsets and bogies - Non powered axles - Design method (Incorporates Amendment A2: 2012)
EN 13104:2009 Railway applications - Wheelsets and bogies - Powered axles - Design method (Incorporates Amendment A2: 2012)
EN 13261:2009 Railway applications - Wheelsets and bogies - Axles - Product requirements (Incorporates Amendment A1: 2009)
EN 13262:2004 Railway applications - Wheelsets and bogies - Wheels - Product requirements (Incorporates Amendment A2: 2011)