Events tagged with "high speed"

Historical Events tagged with "high speed"

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Transportation & Infrastructure

Metroliner Achieves Record Speed

December 20th, 1967 57 years ago

A Pennsylvania Railroad Budd Metroliner achieved a remarkable speed of 249 kilometres per hour (155 mph) on the New York Division of the Northeast Corridor, showcasing significant advancements in rail technology and service. This high-speed accomplishment illustrated the potential of passenger rail travel, improving competition with air travel and setting new standards for intercity transport during this period of growth in America's interstate systems.