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The TGV (train a grande vitesse , French for " high-speed train ) holds a series of world speed records.The high speed trials are intended to expand the limits of high sped rail technology, increasing speed and comfort without compromising safety. The speed record for TGV is currently 574.8km/h ,set in April,2007.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 10y agoThe normal operating speed is 300-320 Km/Hr (186-198 mph), depending on which route.
Under test conditions, on a new unopened section of track, a TGV reached a world record speed for a train of 574.8 km/h (357.2 mph) on 3rd April 2007.
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∙ 10y agoThe older TGV trains, and the original TGV lines, run at 300 KMh (186 mph). The newer ones run at 320 or 350 Kmh (217 mph).
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∙ 15y agoAnswer: 357 miles per hour (574.8 kilometers per hour).
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What is the maximum speed of a TGV train?
The maximum speed reached by the TGV was set in a record for the fasted wheeled train as 357.2 mph. TGV stands for Train a Grande Vitesse, meaning high-speed train in french.
What is the name of the high-speed train in France?
High-speed train; 'Train Grande Vitesse' or, TGV for short
What do the letters TGV stand for?
The TGV (French: Train à Grande Vitesse, "high-speed train") is France's high-speed rail service.
High speed french train name?
TGV
What is the LE TGV?
Le TGV stands for 'Train Ã? Grande Vitesse', meaning High Speed Train in English.
What does the tgv stand for in transportation?
Train a Grande Vitesse (High speed train)TGV stands for Train à Grande Vitesse (high-speed train)
What train holds the world speed record?
The French TGV.
Is TGV in the UK?
TGV = 'Train à Grande Vitesse' which is French for 'high speed train'.There are no TGV's currently operating in the UK. The Eurostar trains which run through the Channel Tunnel between France and the UK are based on the TGV, and manufactured by the same company.
Is the SCMaglev faster than TGV 4402 also known as V150?
The SCMaglev, which has a top speed of 361 mph, is faster than TGV 4402, also known as V150, whose top speed is 357.2 mph.
What fuel does a TGV train use?
TGV's are electrically powered. The electricity is picked up from overhead cables. On the high speed lines this is at 25 Kv 50 Hz AC.
What is the name of Frances high speed train?
Le Train Grande Vitesse, or TGV
What has the author Philippe Mirville written?
Philippe Mirville has written: 'TGV' -- subject(s): High speed trains, Railroads, Speed records
