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Electric locomotive

ABB WAG-9HH

Built by ABB, CLW

Top speed
100 km/h
62 mph
Power output
6,711 kW
9,000 hp
Weight
123 t
271,168 lb
Length
20.56 m
67 ft 5 in
Track gauge
1,676 mm
Indian broad gauge
Axle arrangement
Co'Co'

Overview of the ABB WAG-9HH

Discover the robust WAG-9HH, a powerful electric locomotive that is a cornerstone of Indian Railways.

Built by ABB and CLW, this high-performance machine is engineered for the broad Indian broad gauge network, featuring a 1676 mm gauge.

With an impressive power output of 6711 kW and a tractive effort of 470 kN, the WAG-9HH is expertly equipped for heavy freight operations.

Its top speed of 100 km/h, coupled with its solid construction and 123-ton weight, makes it an indispensable asset to India's railway infrastructure.

The WAG-9HH exemplifies a successful integration of modern technology and proven performance in electric traction.

ABB WAG-9HH technical specifications

Value
SeriesWAG-9
Built byABB, CLW
Top speed100 km/h62 mph
Power output6,711 kW9,000 hp
Tractive effort470 kN105,660 lbf
Electric systems
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Length20.56 m67 ft 5 in
Weight123 t271,168 lb

Operators of the ABB WAG-9HH

Railway companies that have operated the WAG-9HH, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Indian RailwaysIR WAG-9HHIndia

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