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Posted: Jul 31 2016 (16:21)
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Twin LGDWAG-9 #31477 In Lead With Departs TU/ Tadiipatri BOXN Rake Freight in Tow :) Hot Hot Afternoon Tadiipatri #SB Railways Station Plotfrom No.3 Resting Waiting Loco Electric Shed LGD Green Colours Between RU To GY Stretch Route ...
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WAG-9 is a type of electric locomotive used in India. It is the most powerful freight locomotive in Indian Railways' fleet. It is very similar to WAP-7; the only major difference being the gear ratio which makes it suitable for heavy freight operations. In November 1998, Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW) started producing these with indigenous components. The first one, 'Navyug' (translated, 'New Era'), was flagged off on November 14. Like the WAP-5 units, they have GTO thyristor converters and 3-phase asynchronous motors.
Newer versions starting from WAG-9 31248 feature full IGBT traction...
more...
WAG-9 is a type of electric locomotive used in India. It is the most powerful freight locomotive in Indian Railways' fleet. It is very similar to WAP-7; the only major difference being the gear ratio which makes it suitable for heavy freight operations. In November 1998, Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW) started producing these with indigenous components. The first one, 'Navyug' (translated, 'New Era'), was flagged off on November 14. Like the WAP-5 units, they have GTO thyristor converters and 3-phase asynchronous motors.
Newer versions starting from WAG-9 31248 feature full IGBT traction...
more...
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