India’s first Vande Bharat freight train reaches 145 kmph during trial run: Key details
India's inaugural Vande Bharat freight train achieved a top speed of 145 kmph during a trial run on the Chaumahla-Shamgarh-Gurla route of the West Central Railway. The 16-coach train, built by the Chennai-based Integral Coach Factory, underwent tests in an empty state to evaluate its performance and safety at varying speeds. The trial included assessments of oscillation, stability, and emergency braking distance.
The train, which can carry parcels and goods, features advanced propulsion and braking systems, temperature-controlled facilities, and surveillance equipment.
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