HOVER TRAIN

The video introduces Britain's hover train, the world's first all-electric tracked air-cushioned vehicle, designed for high-speed travel with low maintenance costs. Built by Vickers at Swindon, the RTV31 is controlled remotely and aims to reach speeds of up to 300 mph. The project, led by Tracked Hovercraft Limited, has garnered international interest, including from the US Department of Transportation. Despite economic challenges, the goal is to create a train that connects London and Manchester in under an hour.

What is unique about the hover train introduced in the video?

• It is the first train to be controlled manually.

• It is the fastest train in the world.

• It is the first all-electric tracked air-cushioned vehicle.

• It is the first hover train to carry passengers.

What is the primary goal of the hover train's design?

• To operate without any human control.

• To reduce travel time between continents.

• To combine high-speed travel with low maintenance costs.

• To increase passenger capacity.

Which country has shown interest in the hover train through its Department of Transportation?

• Japan

• France

• United States

• Germany

What is the ultimate goal of Tracked Hovercraft Limited for the hover train?

• To make it the fastest train in the world.

• To have it run between London and Manchester in less than an hour.

• To make it the most luxurious train.

• To have it operate without any tracks.

What is the financial scale of the hover train project?

• Ten million pounds

• One million pounds

• Four and a half million pounds

• Two million pounds