© trainspo.comCLW WAG-7
Built by BHEL, CLW
Overview of the CLW WAG-7
Discover the powerful WAG-7 electric locomotive, a true workhorse of Indian Railways. This robust locomotive, classified as Co'Co', is renowned for its reliability and performance.
Built by BHEL and CLW, the WAG-7 boasts a top speed of 100 km/h and an impressive power output of 3730 kW. It's perfectly suited for both freight and passenger services across India's broad gauge network.
With an axle load of 20.5 tons, the WAG-7 is engineered to handle the demanding operational needs of railway networks, showcasing its enduring strength and adaptability.
CLW WAG-7 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | BHEL, CLW | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 3,730 kW5,002 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Axle load | 20.5 t45,195 lb |
Operators of the CLW WAG-7
Railway companies that have operated the WAG-7, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Railways | IR WAG-7 | India |
CLW WAG-7 photos
Photos © their respective authors, shared on trainspo.com. They may show liveries or variants that differ from the specifications above.
More electric locomotives from CLW

CLW
WAG-9
Electric locomotive
1996 · 100 km/h

CLW
WAG-9H
Electric locomotive
2000 · 100 km/h

CLW
WAG-9i
Electric locomotive
100 km/h · 4,476 kW

CLW
WAG-9iH
Electric locomotive
100 km/h · 4,476 kW

CLW
WAP-4
Electric locomotive
1990 · 140 km/h

CLW
WCAM-1
Electric locomotive
1975–1979 · 120 km/h

CLW
WAG-5
Electric locomotive
1988–1998 · 100 km/h

CLW
WAG-5A
Electric locomotive
1983–1988 · 80 km/h
Similar electric locomotives from other manufacturers

BHEL
WCAG-1
Electric locomotive
1999–2000 · 100 km/h

BHEL
WCAM-3 / WAG-7M
Electric locomotive
1997 · 105 km/h

Breda
E-17
Electric locomotive
1974 · 90 km/h

BBC
VHB De 4/4
Electric locomotive
1933 · 80 km/h

BHEL
WAG-5HB
Electric locomotive
80 km/h

BHEL
WCAM-2
Electric locomotive
1995–1996 · 120 km/h

English Electric
WCM-2
Electric locomotive
1956–1957 · 120 km/h

NEVZ
VL8
Electric locomotive
1953–1967 · 100 km/h