CLW WAP-5

Built by ABB, CLW

Top speed

160 km/h

99 mph

Power output

4,000 kW

5,364 hp

Weight

78 t

171,960 lb

Length

18.16 m

59 ft 7 in

Track gauge

1,676 mm

Indian broad gauge

Years built

1995

Overview of the CLW WAP-5

Introducing the WAP-5 locomotive, a powerful electric engine designed by ABB and CLW in 1995, primarily serving Indian Railways.

This impressive machine boasts a top speed of 160 km/h, driven by a robust 4000 kW power output and a formidable 258 kN tractive effort.

With its 1676 mm gauge, the WAP-5 is built for reliability and efficiency, measuring 18.16 meters in length and 3.14 meters in width, embodying technological advancement in rail transport.

The WAP-5 is a testament to modern railway engineering, expertly handling speed and power demands for seamless operations.

CLW WAP-5 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Lok 2000
Built by	ABB, CLW · 1995
Top speed	160 km/h99 mph	99 mph
Power output	4,000 kW5,364 hp	5,364 hp
Tractive effort	258 kN58,001 lbf	58,001 lbf
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'
Length	18.16 m59 ft 7 in	59 ft 7 in
Width	3.14 m10 ft 4 in	10 ft 4 in
Height	4.25 m13 ft 11 in	13 ft 11 in
Weight	78 t171,960 lb	171,960 lb