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Switzerland sets record with world's longest passenger train

A Swiss railway operator has set a new record for completing a journey with the world's longest passenger train.

The 1.9km (1.2 mile) train, which is composed of 100 coaches, completed a spectacular 25km (15.5 mile) journey through the Alps.

The world record attempt took place to highlight Switzerland's engineering achievements, as well as to mark 175 years of Swiss railways.

30 October 2022

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