JSW MG Motor India has announced that itsupcoming SUV, Majestor, has set a new Guinness World Record for the Heaviest Train Pulled by an SUV on Rail. Back in 2016, Land Rover Discovery had done something similar, when it had pulled a 100 tonne train.

Now, the Majestor SUV successfully towed a 406.4-tonne train over a distance of 300 feet on an operational railway track in Jammu & Kashmir. The record attempt was carried out on a secured section between Kakapora and Awantipora railway stations. This surpasses the minimum Guinness benchmark of 400 tonnes over 100 feet, setting a new global record.

Stock Vehicle Used For Record Attempt

MG has confirmed that the Majestor used for this feat was a standard production-spec vehicle with no modifications to the engine, drivetrain or traction systems. The train, comprising a WAG-9HC locomotive along with passenger and guard coaches, was verified at over 406 tonnes. The attempt was independently monitored to ensure that:

The train movement was powered solely by the SUV

No external assistance was used

Performance remained stable throughout the run

Anurag Mehrotra, Managing Director, JSW MG Motor India said, This achievement is a powerful demonstration of what the MG MAJESTOR is engineered to deliver. It reflects our focus on building vehicles that combine strength, precision and control, even in the most demanding conditions. With the MAJESTOR, we are setting new benchmarks for capability while staying committed to delivering meaningful innovation and confidence to our customers.

Engine, Capability And Hardware

Powering Majestor is a 2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel engine producing 215.5 PS and 478.5 Nm, paired with an 8-speed automatic gearbox. It will also offer Level 2 ADAS, making it one of the more feature-loaded SUVs in its segment. MG is positioning Majestor as a high-capability SUV, featuring:

Advanced 4WD system with 10 terrain modes

Triple differential locks (front, rear and centre)

Crawl control mode

219 mm ground clearance

810 mm water wading capability

Launch Plans And Booking Details

MG Majestor is expected to launch soon in India. Pre-reservations are currently open at Rs 41,000. The first 3,000 customers will receive a 5-5-5 ownership package, which includes:

5-year unlimited km warranty

5-year roadside assistance

5 labour-free services

Positioned As A New Segment SUV

MG is calling Majestor Indias first D+ segment SUV, aimed at buyers looking for a mix of off-road capability, size and premium features. With this record attempt, MG is using the Majestors launch to highlight its capability credentials, ahead of its official market debut. Prices will be announced at the time of launch on 20th April 2026. Once launched, it will take on the likes of Toyota Fortuner and Skoda Kodiaq.