Most countries during the 19th and 20th century relied heavily on trains for transportation. The early designs of trains were slow in speed. Most trains of today are highly technological. Still, many countries rely heavily on trains for transportation of raw materials and goods… and commuters of course...
You’ve already seen the fastest trains in the world. It’s time now to witness the heaviest trains in the world.
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Fortescue
Fortescue is a train is a 40 tons train and is one of the heaviest train in the world. It is n owned by Fortescue Metal Group, an Australian iron ore mining company. In 2008, the group loaded its first iron ore shipment bound for China. Fortescue have at least 10 Chinese steel mill contracts lasting for around 10 years.
Specialized Container Transport
The Specialized Container Transport is a 1,435 mm freighter from Parkes to Perth, Australia. As of June 2008, 6,000 t and 1800 m with diesel locomotives The SCT Logistics is an interstate transport company in Australia, with facilities in Melbourne, Adelaide, Parkes and Perth.
BHP Billiton
The BHP Biliton, 1,435 mm and as of June 2001 trial with 682 ore cars and eight distributed GE locomotives. Its GE locomotive is 6,250 horsepower making it one of the most powerful single-engined locomotives in the world.
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