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Electric locomotive

CLW WAG-5

Built by CLW

Top speed
100 km/h
62 mph
Power output
2,872 kW
3,851 hp
Weight
119 t
262,350 lb
Track gauge
1,676 mm
Indian broad gauge
Years built
1988–1998
Axle arrangement
Co'Co'

Overview of the CLW WAG-5

Explore the WAG-5, a powerful electric locomotive from Indian Railways.

This robust machine, built by CLW between 1988 and 1998, is known for its reliability on the Indian railway network.

With a top speed of 100 km/h and a weight of 119 tons, the WAG-5 is an impressive vehicle for both freight and passenger transport.

Equipped with 25 kV AC 50 Hz electrical systems and a power output of 2872 kW, it handles its tasks with ease.

Experience the strength and versatility of the WAG-5, an icon in Indian railway history.

CLW WAG-5 technical specifications

Value
SeriesWAG-5
Built byCLW · 1988–1998
Top speed100 km/h62 mph
Power output2,872 kW3,851 hp
Electric systems
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Weight119 t262,350 lb
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Operators of the CLW WAG-5

Railway companies that have operated the WAG-5, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Indian RailwaysIR WAG-5India
Indian RailwaysIR WAG-5EIndia
Indian RailwaysIR WAG-5PIndia

CLW WAG-5 photos

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