In France, a modified TGV train achieves a new rail world speed record of 515.3 km/h (320.2 mph).

TGV

State-operated intercity high-speed rail service of France

The TGV is France's intercity high-speed rail service. With commercial operating speeds of up to 320 km/h (200 mph) on the newer lines, the TGV was conceived at the same period as other technological projects such as the Ariane 1 rocket and Concorde supersonic airliner;…

Speed records in rail transport

This article provides an overview of speed records in rail transport. It is divided into absolute records for rail vehicles and fastest connections in the timetable.

TGV world speed record

Speed record achieved by TGV train

The TGV holds a series of land speed records for rail vehicles achieved by SNCF, the French national railway, and its industrial partners. The high-speed trials are intended to expand the limits of high-speed rail technology, increasing speed and comfort without compromising…