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China's own maglev train makes 1st trip The train, named "China No 1," is a low-speed train with 32 seats specially made for urban traffic. Li Lingqun, chief scientist of the maglev train design group, said at a press conference on Friday the train is 10.3 metres long, 3.12 metres wide and 2.86 metres high. Its top speed is under 110 kilometres per hour. The high-speed maglev train, which is raised and propelled by magnetic forces, has become a new focus worldwide for its speed, safety and environmental friendliness. Currently, Germany and Japan lead the world in maglev technology. China's own maglev train, instead, features low energy consumption, environmental friendliness, high capacity and low cost in both production and operation, said Li. The cost of every kilometre of the track stands at 50 million yuan (US$6 million), only one-sixth of the world average. |
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