China reveals the world’s fastest ground vehicle in the world, travelling speeds of 600kph
Travelling innovation is speeding up and China is at the forefront with the Maglev bullet train making its debut in Chinas, Qingdao.
The Maglev Bullet train
The Maglev bullet can reach a maximum speed of 600 kph. In comparison, a plane flies at around 800 kph. The China Railway Rolling Stock Corporation developed the world’s fastest train.
Maglev represents “magnetic levitation”, referring to its floating appearance above the tracks. The Maglev simply glides above the tracks using its electromagnetic forces.
Speed isn’t the train’s only stand-out feature, it also emits low levels of noise, pollution and requires less upkeep.
A win for China
High-speed rail is at the top of China’s priority list. The aim of the train is to create transport between major areas within hours.
The aim is to connect cities with reduced travel times and expenses. China is the world’s most populous country and this will fill a significant demand in the travel sector.
China has one Maglev line in commercial use. It connects Shanghai’s Pudong Airport with the city, in about seven minutes.
However, before these trains can be rolled out for widespread use and travel, more Maglev tracks will need to be installed.
China’s newest train is expected to be ready for widespread commercial use within the next decade.
Others on the market
Advances in train technology have taken off in recent years. Japan has a bullet train that can reach speeds of 400kph.
In the United States, a train track near Orlando International Airport is underway for a train that will reach speeds of up to 200 kph.
