Revolutionary New Era In China — Now, Trains That Literally Levitate On Tracks At 600 Km/H Mark New Times In High-Speed Transportation

Written by Romário Pereira de Carvalho

Published on 13/08/2025 at 11:34

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Chinese Maglev Prototype Could Reduce Travel Time Between Shanghai and Beijing from Five to Two and a Half Hours, Marking a New Era in Transportation

The quest for speed and sustainability has led China to develop a magnetic levitation train capable of reaching 600 km/h.

More than a technical advance, the project could set a new standard for rail transport, shortening distances and reducing environmental impacts.

Traditional trains are now left behind. Today, modern systems use electrification and automated control to reduce errors and enhance energy efficiency.

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The Project That Floats Above the Tracks

At the 17th Modern Railways Exhibition in Beijing, the state-owned China Railway Rolling Stock Corporation (CRRC) showcased a maglev prototype capable of reaching 600 km/h.

The secret lies in the magnetic fields that elevate the train a few centimeters above the tracks, allowing for a smooth, contactless ride.

The journey begins with rubber wheels. They retract upon reaching 150 km/h, at which point the train begins to “fly” to its destination.

Although CRRC leads the development, there are indications of collaboration with German engineers, combining Asian and European know-how.

Journeys Measured in Minutes

Japan holds the world record for speed with maglev, reaching 603 km/h in tests. However, the Chinese model aims for commercial operation.

The trip between Shanghai and Beijing, which currently takes five and a half hours, could drop to about two and a half hours. In Europe, it would be like traveling from Bilbao to Málaga in just over an hour.

If the project stays on schedule, China will be a pioneer in operating commercial trains at this speed, entering direct competition with national aerospace projects.

Moreover, this technological race promises to redefine the future of transportation and how major cities connect.

With information from Gizmodo.

Revolutionary New Era In China — Now, Trains That Literally Levitate On Tracks At 600 Km/H Mark New Times In High-Speed Transportation

Chinese Maglev Prototype Could Reduce Travel Time Between Shanghai and Beijing from Five to Two and a Half Hours, Marking a New Era in Transportation

The Project That Floats Above the Tracks

Journeys Measured in Minutes

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