CLW WAG-1

Built by CLW, SFAC

Top speed

80 km/h

50 mph

Power output

2,163 kW

2,901 hp

Weight

85 t

187,393 lb

Track gauge

1,676 mm

Indian broad gauge

Years built

1963–1966

112 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the CLW WAG-1

Discover the WAG-1, a powerful electric locomotive built by CLW and SFAC between 1963 and 1966 for Indian Railways.

This robust locomotive operates on a broad 1676 mm gauge and boasts a top speed of 80 km/h. With a substantial 2163 kW power output and a weight of 85 tons, the WAG-1 is engineered for reliable freight transport.

Featuring a Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and designed for 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems, the WAG-1 has been a vital workhorse for India's electrified railway network for decades.

Learn more about this enduring piece of railway engineering, documented at www.irfca.org.

CLW WAG-1 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	CLW, SFAC · 1963–1966112 units
Top speed	80 km/h50 mph	50 mph
Power output	2,163 kW2,901 hp	2,901 hp
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in	5 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Weight	85 t187,393 lb	187,393 lb