The first prototype train, the TGV 001, started an extensive testing program in the early 70's. The TGV 001 was powered by a gas turbine, and on 8 December 1972, it set the world speed record for a train in autonomous traction, at 318 km/h (198 mph). This record still stands, 23 years later. (The world's fastest diesel train is a Russian TEP80 locomotive, with 273 km/h (147 mph). The TGV 001 made more than 175 runs at speeds in excess of 300 km/h (186 mph) and along with other prototype trains provided valuable engineering data for the development of the production TGV. Delivery of an order for 87 TGV trainsets was well underway in 1981, when trainset 16 was used for a very publicized world record run, code-named operation TGV 100 (for a target speed of 100 meters per second, or 360 km/h). The target was exceeded on 26 February 1981, when trainset 16 reached a speed of 380 km/h (236 mph) in perfect safety.

This and up-coming TGV SNCF trains release will consist of (2)Front End Diving Cars, (1) End-Cap First Class, (1) Intermediate First Class Bar & Restaurant, (1) Intermediate 2nd Class or Coach, (1) 2nd Class or Coach End-Cap car.

This release is of an End-Cap First Class car, Model: TGVHSEVCGC1. This is a First Class End-Cap car that sits next to the Driving Car [Locomotive]. This car is joing by Intermediate coaches through a Uni-Axle Truck. The model is extremely highly accurate and pack with details. This model would be valuable for accurate digital collectors or someone who want to build digital layout through our many collections of N-HO Scale items.

MATERIALS & TEXTURES
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Unless stated materials for this model is a mixture of standard MAX and VRAY. Hand painted texture for the train body is included.

LIGHTING & RENDERING
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NOTE: THIS ITEM IS VRAY READY!!!!

This relase of this Item Model: TGVHSECGC1 has been lighted and rendered using VRAY and setup in a standard studio for product shots. This model is also compatible with other renderers and standard MAX rendering system.

FORMATS
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This item is also available in other formats as IGES and RHINO-3D Version 3.0. Please observe these formats and know your software compatibility before purchasing the model.