You probably won’t be at all surprised to hear that Cloburn track ballast is used extensively along some of the best known areas of Britain’s rail network, and it’s been a trusted part of the network since 1896? It’s also the most common track ballast throughout Scotland.
Red track ballast can be seen all over the South of England and even on the Channel Tunnel approaches.
Cloburn track ballast is a premium quality product that’s been proven to be suitable for even high speed railway lines. Through the years, changes of name and ownership, the rail networks have come to us – from Network Rail to Railtrack and good old British Rail before that.
Railway aficionados will know that in years gone by, track ballast was rated on what was called a ‘Wet Attrition Value’ and Cloburn set the standard for all other suppliers. New tests have been brought in since the WAV test, but we’re pleased to say that our top quality ballast still comes out on top, and its smooth surface texture also helps to protect other hard working parts of the track, including the underside of concrete sleepers.
Did you know that in addition to being used on the real thing, Cloburn also produces model maker track ballast that’s absolutely perfect for use in authentic looking model railways? We know how model rail enthusiasts like to make their creations look as authentic as they possibly can, which is why so many people come to us for model maker track ballast.
Essential for a realistic looking layout, the ballast is actually made from the same high specification granite as the real thing. Just like the real thing, it’ also incredibly hard wearing and comes in the distinctive bright red finish that Cloburn is famous for.
If you want to make your model railway just a touch more authentic than anyone else’s, there’s only one place to come to for the perfect track ballast, and that’s right here at Cloburn Quarry.
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