GE WDG-6G

Built by GE, Marhowrah

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Weight

138 t

304,238 lb

Length

22.31 m

73 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,676 mm

Indian broad gauge

Years built

2019

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the GE WDG-6G

Discover the robust WDG-6G locomotive, a powerful diesel-electric workhorse designed for heavy-duty operations.

Built by GE at their Marhowrah facility starting in 2019, this locomotive boasts a formidable 1676 mm gauge, making it suitable for extensive networks.

With a top speed of 100 km/h and a substantial weight of 138 tons, the WDG-6G is engineered for efficiency and reliability on Indian Railways.

Its advanced GE GEVO-16 prime mover ensures strong performance, while the Co'Co' wheel arrangement provides excellent traction and stability for freight and passenger services.

GE WDG-6G technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	GE, Marhowrah · 2019
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Prime mover	GE GEVO-16
Track gauge	1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in	5 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	22.31 m73 ft 2 in	73 ft 2 in
Width	3.2 m10 ft 6 in	10 ft 6 in
Height	4.23 m13 ft 11 in	13 ft 11 in
Weight	138 t304,238 lb	304,238 lb
Axle load	23 t50,706 lb	50,706 lb