CLW WAP-4

Built by CLW

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Power output

3,730 kW

5,002 hp

Weight

113 t

249,122 lb

Length

18.79 m

61 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,676 mm

Indian broad gauge

Years built

1990

Overview of the CLW WAP-4

Discover the powerful WAP-4 electric locomotive, an iconic workhorse of Indian Railways.

Built in 1990 by CLW, this locomotive is renowned for its reliability and impressive on-track performance.

With a top speed of 140 km/h and a power output of 3730 kW, the WAP-4 is perfectly suited for both passenger and freight trains on India's broad gauge network.

This locomotive is characterized by its robust Co'Co' axle configuration, a length of 18.79 meters, and a weight of 113 tons, ensuring stability and traction.

Thanks to its 25 kV AC 50 Hz electrical systems, this locomotive is an essential part of the Indian railway infrastructure.

CLW WAP-4 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	CLW · 1990
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Power output	3,730 kW5,002 hp	5,002 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	Co'Co'
Length	18.79 m61 ft 8 in	61 ft 8 in
Width	3.18 m10 ft 5 in	10 ft 5 in
Height	4.23 m13 ft 11 in	13 ft 11 in
Weight	113 t249,122 lb	249,122 lb
Axle load	18.8 t41,447 lb	41,447 lb