Tube rail cart (1) which comprises a framework (2) on which are provided at least four rail wheels (3), more specifically two rail wheels (3) on a front axle (4) and two rail wheels (3) on a rear axle (5), whereby also drive means for moving the tube rail cart (1) over the tubes are provided on the framework (2), characterised in that the drive means comprise at least a first drive wheel (11) which is provided between the front axle (4) and the rear axle (5).