Light engines: WAP-7 twins

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Channel: Incredible Steam Trains of India and Other Videos · 2014 · Travel & Events

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Two WAP-7 25 Kv AC locomotives, hitched together and running light, were seen proceeding toward Hazrat Nizamuddin station in Delhi, at 11:45 Hrs on Dec. 10, 2014.

The WAP-7 is a moderate speed high power locomotive developed by Chittaranjan Locomotive Works, India, by modifying the gear ratio of existing WAG 9 class. It is capable of hauling trains at speeds ranging between 140 and 180 kilometres per hour (87 and 112 mph), and are used for hauling express trains. WAP-7 locomotive can deliver 6,000 hp (4,500 kW) with regenerative braking being one of its salient features. 

Seen here are locomotive # 30397 from Tuglakabad shed of Northern Railway and # 30358 from Royapuram shed, Southern Railway; and both are energised - the leading locomotive with rear pantograph raised and the trailing one with front pantograph raised.

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