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News18
2 days ago
- News18
World's Longest And Heaviest Train: 8 Engines, 682 Wagons And 5,648 Wheels
The Australian BHP Iron Ore Train, stretching 7.3 km with 682 wagons, is so long that 22 Eiffel Towers could fit end-to-end along its length, making it a true giant of the rails Indian Railways has successfully run the country's longest train, 'Rudrastra', setting a new record on the tracks. This massive freight train is 4.5 km long, made up of 354 wagons, and powered by seven locomotives working in unison. 'Rudrastra' began its journey from Ganj Khwaja station in Uttar Pradesh and travelled to Garhwa Road Junction in Jharkhand, covering a distance of around 200 km in just five hours. Its sheer length and power have made it a talking point among rail enthusiasts. But while 'Rudrastra' is India's longest train, do you know which is the longest train in the world? The title belongs to the Australian BHP Iron Ore Train, a freight train operating in Australia. Measuring a staggering 7.3 km in length, it consists of 682 wagons and is so long that 22 Eiffel Towers placed end-to-end could fit along its length. Pulling such a massive load requires far more than one or two engines; in fact, the BHP Iron Ore Train is powered by eight locomotives. With a total of 5,648 wheels, it holds the Guinness World Record for being not only the longest but also the heaviest train in the world, weighing over 100,000 tonnes. It carries 99,734 tonnes of iron ore from Yandi Mine to Port Hedland, covering a 275 km route in about 10 hours. The train is named after its purpose, transporting iron ore for BHP, one of the world's largest mining companies. It first ran on June 21, 2001, and has been a marvel of heavy freight transportation ever since. What makes it even more impressive is its ultra-modern control system. The lead locomotive's driver can operate all eight engines simultaneously, even though they are positioned at intervals of up to a kilometre apart along the length of the train. This coordination allows the train to move smoothly despite its massive size and weight. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
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Rudrastra: Indian Railways Launches Asia's Longest And Largest Freight Train Stretching 4.5 Kms In a groundbreaking achievement, Indian Railways has unveiled 'Rudrastra', the longest freight train in the nation's history and the largest in Asia. Spanning an astonishing 4.5 km with 354 wagons, this steel behemoth was powered by seven locomotives and loaded with over 25,000 tonnes of goods. Operated by the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Division of East Central Railway, Rudrastra's trial run covered 209 km from Ganjkhwaja in Uttar Pradesh to Garhwa in Jharkhand in just over five hours. This new operational experiment, coupling six box rakes for faster loading and transport, is set to revolutionize freight movement by saving both time and resources. With its unmatched capacity, Rudrastra strengthens India's position in global freight innovation and marks a new chapter in railway engineering excellence.#indianrailways #rudrastra #longesttrain #freighttrain #asiabiggesttrain #railwayachievement #eastcentralrailway #indianengineering #recordbreakingtrain #indianfreight #trainspotting #railfans #indianinfrastructure #transportinnovation #indianews #railwayrecord #megatrain #trainlovers #railwaydevelopment #railwaynews #breakingnews #trending #trendingnow #toi #bharat #toibharat #indianews 14.3K views | 1 day ago
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
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Rudrastra: Indian Railways Launches Asia's Longest And Largest Freight Train Stretching 4.5 Kms In a groundbreaking achievement, Indian Railways has unveiled 'Rudrastra', the longest freight train in the nation's history and the largest in Asia. Spanning an astonishing 4.5 km with 354 wagons, this steel behemoth was powered by seven locomotives and loaded with over 25,000 tonnes of goods. Operated by the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Division of East Central Railway, Rudrastra's trial run covered 209 km from Ganjkhwaja in Uttar Pradesh to Garhwa in Jharkhand in just over five hours. This new operational experiment, coupling six box rakes for faster loading and transport, is set to revolutionize freight movement by saving both time and resources. With its unmatched capacity, Rudrastra strengthens India's position in global freight innovation and marks a new chapter in railway engineering excellence.#indianrailways #rudrastra #longesttrain #freighttrain #asiabiggesttrain #railwayachievement #eastcentralrailway #indianengineering #recordbreakingtrain #indianfreight #trainspotting #railfans #indianinfrastructure #transportinnovation #indianews #railwayrecord #megatrain #trainlovers #railwaydevelopment #railwaynews #breakingnews #trending #trendingnow #toi #bharat #toibharat #indianews 115 views | 1 hour ago
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Rudrastra: Indian Railways Launches Asia's Longest And Largest Freight Train Stretching 4.5 Kms
In a groundbreaking achievement, Indian Railways has unveiled 'Rudrastra', the longest freight train in the nation's history and the largest in Asia. Spanning an astonishing 4.5 km with 354 wagons, this steel behemoth was powered by seven locomotives and loaded with over 25,000 tonnes of goods. Operated by the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Division of East Central Railway, Rudrastra's trial run covered 209 km from Ganjkhwaja in Uttar Pradesh to Garhwa in Jharkhand in just over five hours. This new operational experiment, coupling six box rakes for faster loading and transport, is set to revolutionize freight movement by saving both time and resources. With its unmatched capacity, Rudrastra strengthens India's position in global freight innovation and marks a new chapter in railway engineering excellence.#indianrailways #rudrastra #longesttrain #freighttrain #asiabiggesttrain #railwayachievement #eastcentralrailway #indianengineering #recordbreakingtrain #indianfreight #trainspotting #railfans #indianinfrastructure #transportinnovation #indianews #railwayrecord #megatrain #trainlovers #railwaydevelopment #railwaynews #breakingnews #trending #trendingnow #toi #bharat #toibharat #indianews Read More
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
4.5-km long, powered by 7 engines: All about Rudrastra, Asia's longest freight train
The Indian Railways on Saturday achieved a new milestone by successfully operating the country's longest freight train, named 'Rudrastra'. Rudrastra was prepared by adding three long haul (two goods trains each) racks. (X/East Central Railway) The 4.5 kilometres long freight train was sent from the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Division (DDU) to the Dhanbad Division for quick loading and transportation of goods, a railway official told PTI. "This is a new experiment, which will make freight transportation and loading quick. This will not only save resources but also time," Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Uday Singh Meena said. Here is all you need to know about 'Rudrastra', the country's longest freight train: ⦁ The Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Division of the East Central Railway operated the 4.5-km long 'Rudrastra' by coupling six box rakes and powering it with seven engines. ⦁ The 354-wagon 'Rudrastra' is not only the longest freight train operated by Indian Railways but also the largest in Asia, PTI quoted a railway official as saying. Each wagon was loaded with 72 tonnes of goods during the journey. Also Read: Indian Railways launches round trip package scheme with 20% discount on return fares ⦁ The trial run was conducted from the Ganjkhwaja railway station in Chandauli to Garhwa in Jharkhand on Thursday, covering a distance of 209 km in over 5 hours, at an average speed of 40.50 km per hour, according to the East Central Railways. ⦁ DRM Uday Singh further said that the train was run under a new experiment which will make freight transportation and loading quick. ⦁ The train was prepared in a way that two engines were attached in front and one with each rack after every 59 bogeys. A total of seven engines were used to steer the 345 wagons.
