Indian locomotive class WAGC3/WAG-10 explained

WAGC-3/WAG-10
Powertype:Electric
Designer:Banaras Locomotive Works
Builder:Banaras Locomotive Works,
Diesel-Loco Modernisation Works
Rebuilder:Banaras Locomotive Works,
Diesel-Loco Modernisation Works
Rebuilddate:2018, 2021
Numberrebuilt:2
Aarwheels:C-C+C-C
Uicclass:Co'Co+Co'Co'
Britishclass:Co+Co+Co+Co
Collectionmethod:Pantograph
Poweroutput:10000hp
Operator:Indian Railways
Operatorclass:WAGC-3
WAG-10
Locale:South Eastern Railway zone
Firstrundate:2018
Disposition:In service

The WAGC-3, also known as WAG-10, is a class of 25 kv AC electric locomotive rebuilt by Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW). It can deliver 10,000 hp (7457 kW). The locomotive was rebuilt from a WDG-3A diesel locomotive.

The name stands for broad gauge (W), alternating current (A), goods service (G), and converted (C).

Locomotive shed

Zone Name Shed Code Quantity
BNDM2
Total Locomotives Active as of 01-01-2023[1] 2

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: e-Locos.