Changsha Maglev Express
Maglev train in Hunan province, China. / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Changsha Maglev?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
28.1699°N 113.1491°E / 28.1699; 113.1491
Changsha Maglev Express | |
---|---|
Overview | |
Native name | Chinese: 长沙磁浮快线 |
Transit type | Magnetic levitation |
Number of lines | 1 |
Number of stations | Initially 3, planned for 5 |
Daily ridership | 8,299 (2017 avg.) 12,759 (record)[1] |
Operation | |
Began operation | 6 May 2016; 8 years ago (2016-05-06)[2] |
Operator(s) | Hunan Maglev Transportation Development Co., Ltd. |
Technical | |
System length | 18.55 km (11.53 mi)[3] |
Average speed | 57 km/h (35 mph) (Including stops) |
Top speed | 100 km/h (62 mph)[3] |
The Changsha Maglev Express (simplified Chinese: 长沙磁浮快线; traditional Chinese: 長沙磁浮快線; pinyin: Chángshā cífú kuàixiàn) is a medium-low speed magnetic levitation, or maglev line in Changsha, China. This is China's second maglev line, after Shanghai Maglev, and the first domestically built maglev line, which uses indigenous technology.[4] The line stretches over 18.55 kilometers (11.53 mi) and runs between Changsha Huanghua International Airport, Langli station and the high-speed railway station Changsha South railway station.[5]
The original rolling stock was designed for a speed of up to 120 km/h (75 mph) but operated with a maximum speed of 100 km/h (62 mph).[3] In July 2021 the new model entered service operating at a top speed of 140 km/h (87 mph), which reduced the travel time by three minutes.[6]