pmaitra
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We are not putting ten WAG-9s. We are only putting two WAG-9s to match two units of the Alstom locomotives. Thereafter, on comparison, we see that we are already manufacturing more powerful locomotives.Look we can put ten WAG 9'S in a series and say we have the most powerful locomotive in the world rated at 61250hp, that is simply stupidity.
Basically I am disagreeing with your statement in red below:
We build nothing comparable to these locos, what we have is vastly inferior both in terms of fuel efficiency and pulling power!
This is a technological upgrade similar to the one where the IR moved from steam to diesel and electric locos.
Nope. It is not one body. It is two bodies. Each body is supported by two bogies. Please see spoiler below:As far as the ALSTOMS are concerned you might say they are two units but as far as the IR is concerned they are one unit as they are designed, built , marketed and sold in a complete tractive unit of 12000 hp in one articulated body!
Either of the ALSTOMS as one tractive unit is far more powerful than one WAP7 or WAP 9.
Exhibit B > Exhibit A
Edited to add that with the CLW WAG-9, we have the flexibility of using one unit when excessive power is not required.
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