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Diesel locomotive

GE WDG-4G

Built by GE, Marhowrah

Top speed
100 km/h
62 mph
Power output
3,400 kW
4,559 hp
Weight
132 t
291,010 lb
Track gauge
1,676 mm
Indian broad gauge
Years built
2017
Axle arrangement
Co'Co'

Overview of the GE WDG-4G

Discover the robust WD G-4G locomotive, a powerful diesel engine designed for heavy-duty rail operations.

This GE Evolution series locomotive, built by GE at their Marhowrah facility, boasts impressive specifications for its class.

With a top speed of 100 km/h and a formidable tractive effort of 544 kN, the WDG-4G is engineered for efficiency and performance on the Indian Railways network.

Featuring a 1676 mm gauge and a substantial weight of 132 tons, this locomotive is a workhorse, capable of handling demanding tasks with its GE GEVO-12 prime mover delivering 3400 kW of power.

Its Co'Co' wheel arrangement ensures stability and traction, making it a reliable choice for freight and heavy hauling.

GE WDG-4G technical specifications

Value
SeriesGE Evolution
Built byGE, Marhowrah · 2017
Top speed100 km/h62 mph
Power output3,400 kW4,559 hp
Tractive effort544 kN122,296 lbf
Prime moverGE GEVO-12
Track gauge1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Weight132 t291,010 lb
Axle load22 t48,502 lb

Operators of the GE WDG-4G

Railway companies that have operated the WDG-4G, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Indian RailwaysIR WDG-4GIndia

GE WDG-4G photos

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