Indian locomotive class WDS-5
The class WDS-5 is a diesel-electric locomotive used by Indian Railways for shunting and doing departmental works. The model name stands for broad gauge (W), Diesel (D), Shunting (S) engine. The WDS-6 is used all over India.
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History
The class was imported in 1967 to address the need for powerful shunting locomotive that will be able to haul 20-24 coach rakes. The previous WDS-4 class was underpowered for this kind of operation.[1] They were manufactured by DLW varanasi using the kits provided by ALCO.[2] The WDS-5 can easily be recognized by their shot nose and flat-ended cab at one end.[3] Some were sold and transferred to industrial concerns and public sectors, but have IR road numbers on them.[4]
Locomotive sheds
Zone | Name | Shed Code | Quantity |
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East Central Railway | Pt. DD Upadhyaya Junction | DDU | 1 |
South Eastern Railway | Bondamunda | BNDM | 3 |
Total Locomotives in Service till July 2020[5] | 4 |
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See also
- History of rail transport in India
- Locomotives of India
- Rail transport in India
- Indian locomotive class WDS-6
Bibliography
- Hughes, Hugh (1996). Indian Locomotives: Part 4 – 1941–1990. Harrow, Middlesex: The Continental Railway Circle. ISBN 0-9521655-1-1.
References
- "WDS5" (PDF).
- "[IRFCA] Indian Railways FAQ: Locomotives -- Specific classes : AC Electric". www.irfca.org. Retrieved 2020-05-31.
- "[IRFCA] Indian Railways FAQ: Diesel and Electric Locomotive Specifications". www.irfca.org. Retrieved 2020-05-31.
- "[IRFCA] Indian Railways Locomotive Roster List". www.irfca.org. Retrieved 2020-05-31.
- "IRFCA".
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