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The Douglas "E Class" locomotive is a specific class of steam locomotive that operated on the Isle of Man Railway, known as the Isle of Man Railway (IMR), located on the Isle of Man, between the United Kingdom and Ireland. This class of locomotives was part of the railroad's locomotive fleet and played an important role in transporting passengers and freight on the island's rail network.

Class E locomotives were built by the Beyer, Peacock and Company steam locomotive company and were introduced in the 1870s. They were narrow gauge locomotives and were used primarily on the Isle of Man Railway's 3-foot (914 mm) network. The E-Class included several subclasses and variants over the years, each with its own specific features and capabilities.

These locomotives were steam locomotives of rugged and reliable design, designed to operate in mountainous terrain and varying weather conditions. They were used to transport both passengers and freight on the island and played an important role in the economic and social development of the region.

Although no longer in active service, some Douglas Class E locomotives have been preserved and restored for display at railway museums and special events, allowing people to appreciate the history and technology of steam locomotives on the Isle of Man.