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Diesel locomotive

ALCo WDM-1

Built by ALCo

Top speed
104 km/h
65 mph
Power output
1,454 kW
1,950 hp
Weight
111 t
244,713 lb
Track gauge
1,676 mm
Indian broad gauge
Years built
1957–1958
100 units
Axle arrangement
Co'Co'

Overview of the ALCo WDM-1

Discover the WDM-1, an iconic diesel locomotive that has served Indian Railways for decades.

With its robust ALCO DL500 design, built between 1957 and 1958, this locomotive represents a significant piece of India's railway history.

The WDM-1 is characterized by its powerful performance and reliability. With a top speed of 104 km/h and an impressive power output of 1454 kW, it was a workhorse on the Indian railway network.

The broad gauge of 1676 mm and a weight of 111 tons ensured stability, even on longer routes.

This Co'Co' locomotive, designed for heavy-duty work, played a crucial role in freight and passenger transport.

The WDM-1 is synonymous with India's industrial development and the expansion of its railway network, a true legend on rails.

ALCo WDM-1 technical specifications

Value
SeriesALCO DL500
Built byALCo · 1957–1958100 units
Top speed104 km/h65 mph
Power output1,454 kW1,950 hp
Track gauge1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Weight111 t244,713 lb

Operators of the ALCo WDM-1

Railway companies that have operated the WDM-1, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Indian RailwaysIR WDM-1India

ALCo WDM-1 photos

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