The friction between the current collector and the third rail of maglev train greatly affects the stable operation of maglev train, and the structure of current collector shoe plate and the wear resistance of material are important factors. A new structure of current collector for maglev trai was introduced, and the material and type selection of current collector shoe plate were analyzed. Through the experiment simulation of friction between the shoe plate and the third rail, the performances of different material shoe plates were compared.The results show that the chain ball mill cast iron shoe plate has better wear resistance.