Cattle Rail Installation: Pro Tips You Need to Know!

Want your cattle rail to look sharp and last decades? In this video, Rob Bailey from Bathurst NSW and his expert team walk us through the right way to install steel cattle rail—from top rail alignment to compound corner cuts, gear and welding techniques.

This is real-world knowledge from one of the best fencing teams in Australia. Whether you’re fencing your front paddock or your yards, these pro-level tips will save you time, improve your results, and help you avoid costly mistakes.

🎥 You’ll learn:

How to set your top rail to follow the land

Why tack welding saves time and effort

How to weld 2mm steel rail without blowing holes

Making compound corners on a slope

When to use concrete vs driving for posts

📍 Filmed on-site with Rob Bailey in rural NSW.

🛠️ Tools used:

Weldclass Gasless MIG welder https://www.weldclass.com.au/category/191-welders-mig-multi-function

Custom welding jigs

Grinder for fine tuning compound cuts

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00:00 Intro: Why Cattle Rail Fencing Matters
00:20 Meet Rob Bailey and the Ba’ist Team
00:40 Step 1: Set the Top Rail Height
01:10 Tack Weld First, Always
01:50 Following the Land vs Level Rails
02:40 Don’t Weld All Rails Too Early
03:40 How to Use a Simple Welding Jig
04:50 Welding Technique: Avoid Burn-Through
05:30 Why Gasless MIG is Perfect for Fencing
06:05 Cutting Rails for Slopes & Corners
07:20 Compound Corners Made Easy
08:30 Installing a Stay for Direction Changes
09:10 Ground Plate vs Concrete for Post Stability
10:15 Why Use Concrete with Square Posts
11:00 Summary: Pro Tips Recap
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