Alfa-X world’s fastest bullet train

Testing begins for their fastest Shinkansen ever, the Alfa-X, expected to launch by 2030.

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Capable of hitting 400 km/h (249 mph), this next-gen train redefines high-speed rail.

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Scheduled to run at 360 km/h (224 mph), surpassing China's Fuxing Hao (350 km/h).

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Upon launch, Alfa-X will claim the title of "world's fastest bullet train."

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Features a 22-meter nose to combat wind resistance, a first for any train.

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Designed for maximum passenger comfort despite its high speeds.

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Optimized for smooth travel through Japan's numerous tunnels.

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