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Mighty Trains

Season 1 Episode 2: The Shinkansen

Japan's Shinkansen is a high-speed legend, a 177 MPH bullet train that has powered the country's economy and thrilled fans for over half a century. Keeping it fast, efficient, and safe is a top priority, but operating through rough terrain...

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Glacier Express

1. Glacier Express

Aired: Oct 16, 2016

It is one of the most famous trains on Earth and is built for tackling steep ...

Episode 2 The Shinkansen

2. The Shinkansen

Aired: Oct 23, 2016

Japan's Shinkansen is a high-speed legend, a 177 MPH bullet train that has po...

Episode 3 The Canadian

3. The Canadian

Aired: Oct 30, 2016

Get ready for an epic 2,800-mile journey aboard the legendary Canadian, Via R...

Episode 5 North Rail Express

5. North Rail Express

Aired: Nov 12, 2016

When it comes to delivering freshly caught cod, mackerel, herring, and salmon...

Episode 6 The Ghan

6. The Ghan

Aired: Nov 19, 2016

The Ghan takes passengers on a three-day, two-night journey across Australia,...

Info about Mighty Trains

Seasons: 4

Current Status: Ended

Network: Discovery

Production Country: Canada

Genres:Documentary