New Delhi: China has successfully tested the world’s fastest Maglev train, taking another big leap in the field of cutting-edge transportation technology. This train achieved a speed of 700 kilometers per hour in just two seconds. Its speed is so fast that it disappears from sight in the blink of an eye. This achievement has not only broken the limits of railway technology, but has also given a new direction to the imagination of future travel.
700 speed in two seconds
This historic test was conducted by scientists from China’s National University of Defense Technology. During the test, the Maglev vehicle weighing approximately one ton was accelerated to a speed of 700 km/h in just two seconds. This test was conducted on a 400 meter long special Maglev track, where after achieving such a high speed, the train was stopped safely.
science fiction scene
The video recorded during the test looks like a scene from a science fiction film. The silver shining train is seen running on the track like lightning. Its speed is so high that it becomes almost impossible to see it clearly with the naked eye. The train leaves only a faint trail behind it, which is proof of its extraordinary speed.
🇨🇳 China’s Superconducting Maglev Train Hits 700 km/h in Just 2 Seconds – Ground-Skimming Hyperflight Era Is Here!
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December 25, 2025
How does Maglev technology work?
Maglev train does not run on tracks like traditional trains, but floats in the air with the help of superconducting magnets. These powerful magnets lift the train above the track and move it forward without friction. Due to absence of friction the speed increases manifold and energy consumption also reduces.
Glimpse of future travels
At this speed, maglev trains can connect cities located hundreds of kilometers apart in a few minutes. Experts believe this technology lays the foundation for future transportation systems like Hyperloop, where trains will run extremely fast in vacuum sealed tubes.
According to the South China Morning Post, the system solves many complex technical challenges such as ultra-high-speed electromagnetic propulsion, advanced suspension guidance, high-power energy storage and high-field superconducting magnets.
Also used in space and aviation
The electromagnetic acceleration technology used in Maglev train can also be used in space and aviation fields in future. Rockets and aircraft can fly faster and more stably with less fuel using this technology, reducing both costs and environmental impacts.
What do scientists say?
Li Jie, who is associated with this project, says that the success of the ultra-high-speed superconducting maglev system will give new impetus to the research of high-speed transportation in China.
Result of ten years of hard work
Almost ten years of hard work of scientists is behind this historic achievement. In the test conducted on the same track in January this year, the train had achieved a speed of 648 km/hour. Touching the 700 km/h mark within a few months shows the speed of technological progress.
China’s old lead in maglev
Nearly three decades ago, the same university developed China’s first manned single-bogie maglev train. At that time, China had become the third country in the world to master this technology. Today’s achievement shows that China is not only maintaining that lead, but is also continuously reaching new heights.
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