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Indian locomotive class WAGC3/WAG-10

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WAGC-3/WAG-10
Bondamunda based WAG-10 at PLW, Patiala
Type and origin
Power typeElectric
DesignerBanaras Locomotive Works
BuilderBanaras Locomotive Works,
Diesel-Loco Modernisation Works
RebuilderBanaras Locomotive Works,
Diesel-Loco Modernisation Works
Rebuild date2018, 2021
Number rebuilt2
Specifications
Configuration:
 • AARC-C+C-C
 • UICCo'Co+Co'Co'
 • CommonwealthCo+Co+Co+Co
Gauge5 ft 6 in (1,676 mm)
Electric system/s25 kv AC OHLE
Current pickup(s)Pantograph
Performance figures
Power output10,000 hp (7,457 kW)
Career
OperatorsIndian Railways
ClassWAGC-3
WAG-10
LocaleSouth Eastern Railway zone
First run2018
DispositionIn 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

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Zone Name Shed Code Quantity
South Eastern Railway Bondamunda BNDM 2
Total Locomotives Active as of 01-01-2023[1] 2

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "e-Locos".

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