Indian locomotive class WP is a class of 4-6-2 "Pacific" steam locomotives used in India. The class was introduced after World War II for passenger duties, marking the change from 'X' to 'W' for broad gauge locomotives. It was capable of doing up to 110 km/h (68 mph) and was easily recognized by the cone-shaped bulging nose with (usually) a silver star device painted on it. WPs were designed specifically for low-calorie, high-ash Indian coal, by Railway Board designers in India.
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