London and North Eastern Railway locomotive numbered 4468 Mallard is a Class A4 4-6-2 Pacific steam locomotive built at Doncaster, England in 1938. It is historically significant as the holder of the world speed record for steam locomotives at 126 mph (203 km/h). read more
Determination of the fastest rail vehicle in the world varies depending on the definition of "rail". The world record for conventional wheeled passenger trains is held by France's specially tuned TGV (Train à Grande Vitesse). read more