Beijing, Dec 29: China, which is known for building high-speed trains, has now set another world record, with a train reaching a speed of 700 Kmph in just 2 seconds.
China's National University of Defense Technology has built the world's fastest maglev train, capable of reaching a speed of 700 kmph in just 2 seconds.
This ultra-high-speed technology demonstrates the future of travel, hyperloop systems and the ability to connect distant cities in minutes.
Researchers at China's National University of Defense Technology (NUDT) have finally succeeded in researching the world's fastest train, a project that involved rigorous testing and 10 years of research. They have made a one-ton train travel at a speed of 700 kmph in just two seconds.
What is the test?
The record was achieved on a 400-meter-long magnetic levitation (maglev) test track. The train was also safely stopped at this speed.
Speaking about this, NUDT Professor Li Ji said, 'This success will significantly accelerate the research and development of China's ultra-high-speed maglev transportation systems.
He also said that his future focus will be on new technologies such as high-speed maglev pipeline transportation, aerospace equipment testing, and electromagnetic launch technology.
What is magnetic levitation?
Magnetic levitation is a technology that uses magnets instead of wheels to float on a track for a short distance. The magnets embedded in the train and the track push against each other.
Thereby propelling the train forward. This allows for almost unstoppable movement. According to the researchers, this new speed puts China among the leading countries internationally in ultra-high-speed maglev technology.
It is said to pave the way for future technologies such as vacuum-tube transportation.
10 years of Chinese research
According to Professor Li, the team has been working on this ultra-high-speed maglev train project for the past 10 years. In January 2025, the train first reached a speed of 648 kilometers per hour on this track.
Nearly three decades ago, the same university developed China's first manned single-bogie maglev train. With this achievement, China became the third country in the world to master this technology.