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Overview of the CLW WAG-5A
Discover the enduring power and reliability of the WAG-5A locomotive.
This robust electric locomotive from Indian Railways is a true workhorse, renowned for its sturdy construction and exceptional performance.
With a top speed of 80 km/h and a formidable power output of 2872 kW, the WAG-5A is expertly engineered for heavy freight operations.
Its 1676 mm gauge and Co'Co' axle load configuration make it ideally suited for the vast Indian railway network.
First built between 1983 and 1988, the WAG-5A has become an indispensable part of India's rail transport system.
CLW WAG-5A technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | WAG-5 | |
| Built by | CLW · 1983–1988 | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Power output | 2,872 kW3,851 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Weight | 119 t262,350 lb |
Operators of the CLW WAG-5A
Railway companies that have operated the WAG-5A, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Railways | IR WAG-5A | India |
CLW WAG-5A photos
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