The Modi government has introduced many new trains that have made the travelling experiences of the passengers better. But do you know which is the world’s longest train?
World’s Longest Train: Indian Railways is set to launch train services on the Kashmir Valley, marking a significant milestone in improving connectivity in the region. Driven by the Indian Modi Government’s vision, the project is expected to spur substantial economic development upon completion. Additionally, it will also ensure a reliable and seamless mode of communication.
Under the current administration, Indian Railways has undergone a remarkable transformation. The Modi government has introduced several new trains, enhancing the travel experience for passengers. But do you know which train holds the record for being the longest in the world?
A new milestone has been set in the history of rail travel in Western Australia. The world’s longest train has been operated here. This train ran on June 21, 2011, from Yandi Khan to Port Hedland and was operated by a single driver for 170 miles (273.6 km). The entire journey took 10 hours and 4 minutes to complete.
Here are some of the key details:
- The world’s longest train has been operated in Western Australia.
- This train ran on June 21, 2011, from Yandi Khan to Port Hedland and was operated by a single driver for 170 miles (273.6 km). The entire journey took 10 hours and 4 minutes to complete.
- The total length of the train was 7.29 km (4.53 miles), which is considered the longest train ever.
- It had 682 wagons, carrying 82,000 metric tons (181 million pounds) of iron ore.
- This is equivalent in weight to 402 Statues of Liberty, which in itself is a record.
- 8 General Electric diesel engines have been installed to run it.
- Its total weight capacity was 99,734 metric tons (219.8 million pounds), which also set the record for the heaviest train in the world
- This historic achievement has become a significant milestone in the field of rail technology and logistics
