Test train MLX01-01 of the super-conducting magnetic levitation train system, developed by the Central Japan Railway Company and Railway Technical Research Institute (association of Japan Railway... (more)
A MLX01 Maglev train at Yamanashi Maglev Test Centre.
A bird's eye view of the test track showing Maglev entering Ogatayama bridge. On the right hand side is the power sub-station.
A MLX01 Maglev train in front of the test centre. Notice the nose of Maglev train. Also notice the observation tower and platform to get into the train at the test centre.
A MLX01 Maglev train speeding on Ogatayama bridge towards the tunnel. The mountains with dark-green vegetation provides a perfect view for photography.
A MLX01 Maglev train at Yamanashi Maglev Test Centre. This achieved a record speed of 552 kmph in a manned vehicle run in 1999. It carried a 5 car train set. Notice also the aerodynamic design res... (more)
