What was the original broad gauge of the Great Western Railway?
7 ft
6 ft
8 ft
4 ft 8½ in
Answer
The original broad gauge of the Great Western Railway was 7 ft (2,134 mm). This gauge was later slightly widened to 7 ft ¼ in (2,140 mm). The broad gauge allowed for faster and smoother train rides compared to the standard gauge.
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