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Diesel locomotive

BLW WDP-1

Built by DLW

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Power output
1,790 kW
2,400 hp
Weight
113 t
249,122 lb
Length
14.8 m
48 ft 7 in
Track gauge
1,676 mm
Indian broad gauge
Years built
1962

Overview of the BLW WDP-1

Discover the robust Indian Railways WDP-1 locomotive, a versatile diesel engine renowned for its service in India.

Built by DLW in 1962, this classic locomotive boasts a powerful 1790 kW output, making it a reliable workhorse on the broad 1676 mm gauge tracks.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and a substantial weight of 113 tonnes, the WDP-1 features a Co'Co' wheel arrangement and impressive dimensions.

Explore the enduring legacy and operational capabilities of this significant diesel locomotive within the Indian rail network.

BLW WDP-1 technical specifications

Value
SeriesWDM-2
Built byDLW · 1962
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Power output1,790 kW2,400 hp
Track gauge1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Length14.8 m48 ft 7 in
Width2.86 m9 ft 5 in
Height4.18 m13 ft 9 in
Weight113 t249,122 lb
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Operators of the BLW WDP-1

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

OperatorClassCountry
Indian RailwaysIR WDP-1India

BLW WDP-1 photos

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