Indian locomotive class WAGC3/WAG-10

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.

WAGC-3/WAG-10
Bondamunda based WAG-10 at PLW, Patiala
Type and origin Power type Electric Designer Banaras Locomotive Works Builder Banaras Locomotive Works, Diesel-Loco Modernisation Works Rebuilder Banaras Locomotive Works, Diesel-Loco Modernisation Works Rebuild date 2018, 2021 Number rebuilt 2
Specifications Configuration: ​  • AAR C-C C-C  • UIC Co'Co Co'Co'  • Commonwealth Co Co Co Co Gauge 5 ft 6 in (1,676 mm) Electric system/s 25 kv AC OHLE Current pickup(s) Pantograph
Performance figures Power output 10,000 hp (7,457 kW)
Career Operators Indian Railways Class WAGC-3 WAG-10 Locale South Eastern Railway zone First run 2018 Disposition In service

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

Locomotive shed

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

See also

• Locomotives of India
• Indian Railways
• Rail transport in India

References

Bibliography

• Hughes, Hugh (1996). Indian Locomotives: Part 4 – 1941–1990. Harrow, Middlesex: The Continental Railway Circle. ISBN 0-9521655-1-1. OCLC 35135033.