What type of gauge did the GWR adopt after 1854?
Narrow Gauge
Standard Gauge
Mixed Gauge
Metric Gauge
Answer
After 1854, the Great Western Railway adopted the Standard Gauge (4 ft 8½ in or 1,435 mm) for its trains. This was in addition to the broad gauge that was initially used, and allowed the GWR to operate more efficiently and integrate with other railway networks.
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