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Metropolitan train hauled by a 2-6-4 K-Class locomotive

A fine view across the electrified line towards a six-car passenger train hauled by the Metropolitan Railway's 2-6-4T K-Class locomotive No. 116. Built by Armstrong Whitworth & Co. in 1924, the six K-Class locos were the last and by far the biggest of the Metropolitan steam engines. Note the third carriage back from the engine. This is a Pullman car, a specially appointed lounge coach that allowed passengers willing to pay a supplementary fare a chance to experience superior standards of comfort and refreshment.