Close Alternative — 70.8% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 (ASTM A572/A572M:2021) and EN 10025-3 S460 (EN 10025-3:2019) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Structural Steel category.
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 is typically used for riveted, bolted or welded structures, while EN 10025-3 S460 is commonly used for used in structural frameworks, lifting equipment, pressure-support structures, transport chassis, and construction machinery..
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States, while EN 10025-3 S460 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe.
As per chemical composition, ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 vs EN 10025-3 S460 is a 89.5% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 33.3%.
Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 70.8%.
Frequently Compared With ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55:
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55
EN 10025-3 S460
Tensile Strength
>=485 MPa
540-720 MPa
Yield Strength
>=380 MPa
460 MPa min
Elongation
>=17%
17% min
Condition
Tension test per Table 4; one set of minimum values for all product thicknesses; Elongation is in 200 mm gauge length, 50 mm values in the tensile block
Not specified
Hardness
Not specified
180-230 HB
Typical Applications
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55
Riveted, bolted or welded structures
EN 10025-3 S460
Used in structural frameworks, lifting equipment, pressure-support structures, transport chassis, and construction machinery.
Key Differences
EN 10025-3 S460 specifies Nb, V, Ti which are not specified for ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55.
Can ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 Be Substituted With EN 10025-3 S460?
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 and EN 10025-3 S460 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
What is the difference between ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 and EN 10025-3 S460?
EN 10025-3 S460 specifies Nb, V, Ti which are not specified for ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55.
Can ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 be substituted with EN 10025-3 S460?
ASTM A572/A572M Grade 55 and EN 10025-3 S460 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.