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The train is the first of its kind in the world and has been designed and manufactured solely by Chinese experts, according to its co-developer, Southwest Jiaotong University.
The university collaborated with two state-run companies, China Railway Group and CRRC Corporation, to develop the prototype in a 60million yuan (£6.8million) transport innovation programme, reported Xinhua News Agency.
What are 'maglev' trains?
Maglev trains use magnets to lift the carriages above the track.
This eliminates the need for wheels and, therefore, any incidence of friction, providing faster and quieter service.
Acceleration and deceleration far exceed that of conventional trains.
And maglev also makes for much smoother journeys.