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January 26, 2012
China introduces new maglev train
Beijing (UPI) Jan 23, 2012
A Chinese manufacturer has introduced a low-cost magnetically levitated (maglev) train it says is more environmentally friendly than conventional ones. Zhuzhou Electric Locomotive Co. Ltd. says its three-carriage train is designed to run at a maximum speed of 60 mph and carry 600 passengers. "It's ideal for mass transportation, as it is quiet and environmental-friendly. Its manufacturing cost is about 75 percent of a conventional light-rail train," Zhuzhou General Manager Xu Zongxiang to ... read more

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