What was the broad gauge Brunel used?
7 ft 1/4 in
4 ft 8 1/2 in
6 ft 2 in
5 ft 3 in
Answer
The broad gauge used by Brunel was 7 ft 1/4 in. This was a significant departure from the standard gauge of 4 ft 8 1/2 in used by most other railways at the time. Brunel believed that a wider gauge would allow for larger and more stable trains, which could carry more weight and travel at higher speeds.
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