Electric locomotives in Indian Railways, such as the WAP-4 and WAP-5, typically consume between 720 kW to 840 kW of electricity per hour.
This consumption can vary based on factors like load, track conditions, and speed. For instance, a WAP-4 locomotive with 6 DC traction motors and 3 auxiliary motors consumes around 840-1080 kW per hour.
The newer WAP-7 and WAG-9 locomotives, equipped with regenerative braking systems, are more energy-efficient, consuming around 720 kW – 840 kW per hour.
