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Rocket Train Proposed from NYC to D.C.

Rocket Train Proposed from NYC to D.C.

In the 1960s, New York Central Railroad invested in high speed rail and jet powered train testing, referred to as the M-497 tests. A U.S. rail-speed record of 183.85 miles per hour, which stands to this day, was set back then -- but eventually the train was scrapped for parts. more ›

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