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GOST 4543 40HNM vs BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38

Close Alternative — 76.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

GOST 4543 40HNM (GOST 4543-2016) and BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38 (BS 970 (Part 1):1983) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Alloy Steel category. GOST 4543 40HNM is typically used for used for crankshafts, gears, axles, heavy shafts, and machine tool parts., while BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38 is commonly used for through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of table 6.. BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38 is defined under British Standards (BS) (United Kingdom).

As per chemical composition, GOST 4543 40HNM vs BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38 is a 76.9% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 76.9%.

Frequently Compared With GOST 4543 40HNM:
GOST 4543 12HN3A NF A35-565 100C6 UNI 11234 100Cr6 GB/T 3077 12Cr2Ni4A IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr6 IS 4367 07Cr4Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 103Cr4 IS 4367 10Cr9Mo10 IS 1570 (Part 4) 10Cr20Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 07Cr4Mo6 IS 1570 (Part 4) 105Cr5 IS 1570 (Part 7) 10Cr36Mo10H
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
76.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
76.9%
Specifications
Property GOST 4543 40HNM BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38
Standard GOST 4543-2016 BS 970 (Part 1):1983
Category Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C (%) 0.36-0.44 0.34-0.42
Cr (%) 0.4-0.7 0.40-0.60
Ni (%) 0.4-0.7 0.60-0.90
Mo (%) 0.15-0.3 0.15-0.25
Mn (%) 0.5-0.8 1.20-1.60
P (%) Not specified <=0.035
S (%) Not specified <=0.040
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property GOST 4543 40HNM BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38
Tensile Strength 980-1180 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength 835 MPa min Not specified
Elongation 10% min Not specified
Hardness 285-341 HB Not specified
Typical Applications
GOST 4543 40HNM
Used for crankshafts, gears, axles, heavy shafts, and machine tool parts.
BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38
Through hardening steel for mechanical and allied engineering purposes; supplied in the hardened and tempered conditions of Table 6.
Key Differences
Can GOST 4543 40HNM Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38?
GOST 4543 40HNM and BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
GOST 4543 40HNM
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 50–50 mm (1.97–1.97 in)
Length: 5600–5600 mm (220.47–220.47 in)
BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38
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GOST 4543 40HNM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GOST 4543 40HNM and BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38?
BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38 specifies P, S which are not specified for GOST 4543 40HNM.
Can GOST 4543 40HNM be substituted with BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38?
GOST 4543 40HNM and BS 970 (Part 1) 945M38 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.