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Alstom’s ‘Made-In-India’ First electric locomotives join Indian Railway network

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Alstom’s ‘Made-In-India’ First electric locomotives join Indian Railway network

NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): Alstom has started deliveries of the 12000 hp, WAG-12B electric locomotives which are built by Alstom, certified by Ministry of Railways & Commissioner of Railway Safety (RDSO), to Indian Railways, that is all set to revolutionise freight logistics in India. These WAG 12B engines are the most-powered locomotives that would run on Indian rails.

The entry of WAG 12B (e-loco) would allow faster & safer transfer of heavier freight trains capable to haul ~6000 tonnes at a top speed of 120 km/h. Planned to be deployed for services on Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs), these e-locos would raise the average speed of freight trains in the country by at least 20-25 kmph.

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  1. Wow ! It’s a feel good factor for the nation !! The coaches are looking beautiful hiding the enormous power within……. wish I could drive them!!

    Heartiest Congratulations to all those involved in this project.

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