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Diesel locomotive

BLW WDP–2 / WDP-3A

Built by DLW

Top speed
140 km/h
87 mph
Weight
80 t
176,370 lb
Track gauge
1,676 mm
Indian broad gauge
Years built
1998–2002
69 units
Axle arrangement
Co'Co'

Overview of the BLW WDP–2 / WDP-3A

Discover the powerful WDP-2 / WDP-3A diesel locomotive, a versatile workhorse of Indian Railways.

Built by DLW between 1998 and 2002, these impressive locomotives boast a Co'Co' UIC axle configuration and operate on a broad gauge of 1676 mm.

With a top speed of 140 km/h and a weight of 80 tons, the WDP-2 / WDP-3A is designed for efficient and reliable service on India's extensive rail network.

Explore the capabilities of this robust diesel locomotive, a key player in modern railway operations.

BLW WDP–2 / WDP-3A technical specifications

Value
Built byDLW · 1998–200269 units
Top speed140 km/h87 mph
Track gauge1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Weight80 t176,370 lb
Axle load19.5 t42,990 lb

Operators of the BLW WDP–2 / WDP-3A

Railway companies that have operated the WDP–2 / WDP-3A, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Indian RailwaysIR WDP-2India
Indian RailwaysIR WDP-3AIndia

BLW WDP–2 / WDP-3A photos

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