This work deals with the solid state coatings by friction surfacing process. AISI 310 austenitic stainless steel is coated on low carbon steel substrate. The effects of traverse speed on the geometry, interfacial bond characteristics and mechanical properties of coatings are studied. Traverse speed was varied and rotational speed and axial load were fixed. Metallurgical studies were made using optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), mechanical tests included shear tests, bend tests and microhardness tests. The coatings are free from cracks and have a fully austenitic structure. Traverse speed influenced both bond integrity and coating thickness. Metallurgically sound interface with 100% bond integrity was found for coatings made with higher traverse speeds. Higher the traverse speed thinner the coating and higher the bond strength.