PNR Hyundai Rotem DMU
The PNR Hyundai Rotem DMU is a class of diesel multiple units (DMUs) operated by the Philippine National Railways since 2009.
| PNR Hyundai Rotem Diesel Multiple Unit | |
|---|---|
![]() DMU-05 with its new livery in January 2020. | |
| In service | 2009–present |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Rotem |
| Replaced | JNR 12 series coaches CMC class DMU (decommissioned 2004) |
| Entered service | July 14, 2009[1] |
| Refurbished | 2019 |
| Number built | 18 vehicles (3 cars per trainset) |
| Number in service | 6 Vehicles (2 trainsets active as of November 1, 2021)[2] |
| Formation | 3 cars per trainset |
| Fleet numbers | DMR-01 to DMR-12 ITR-01 to ITR-06 |
| Capacity | 502 passengers[3] |
| Operator(s) | Philippine National Railways |
| Depot(s) | Tutuban Depot |
| Line(s) served | PNR Metro Commuter Line |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Stainless steel |
| Car length | 20,800 mm (68 ft 3 in)[3] |
| Width | 2,850 mm (9 ft 4 in)[3] |
| Height | 4,060 mm (13 ft 4 in)[3] |
| Doors | 2 double-leaf doors per side |
| Maximum speed | 110 km/h (70 mph)[3] |
| Weight | Approx. 100 t (220,460 lb) |
| Coupling system | Janney Coupler |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
Purchase and overview
The Philippine National Railways ordered 6 sets of diesel multiple units from Hyundai Rotem in 2003. The train was introduced as the first lightweight, stainless steel made trainsets of the PNR in 2009.[3] The trains are made up of 6 sets (18 vehicles).[3] Plans were made for the possible upgrade of the trains in 2011, however, due to the procurement of the 203 series as the new main vehicles, the plan was scrapped.
The trains have 2 double-leaf, sliding doors per side, with the seats of the trains made up of fibre-reinforced plastic.
Operations
The PNR Hyundai Rotem DMU fleet was first unveiled on June 15, 2009, and was labeled "PNR FilTrack." It entered service on July 14, 2009, coinciding with the launch of the new Philippine National Railways system and logo.[1] It was used for Commuter Express services running from Tutuban to Bicutan. The line eventually got extended to Sucat and up until Alabang on April 19, 2010. The trains are currently being used in Metro North Commuter services running from Governor Pascual station to Bicutan.
As of May 1, 2021, one set of Rotem DMU is currently active and serving the Metro North Commuter (Gov. Pascual-Bicutan) Line.[2]
Refurbishment
In line with the delivery of the new trainsets from PT INKA, in November 2019, Rotem DMU Set 06[4] and Set 05[5] received their new livery. The new livery has orange at the front and the body is mostly covered white with blue stripes at the side. The PNR logo is placed at the front of the Rotem DMUs. The mesh wires (window grills) were removed after the replacement of the windows from glass to polycarbonate sheets.
Gallery
Interior of the DMU.
Set 05 at FTI station (July 2019).
DMU Set 06 at Gov. Pascual station.
DMU Set 05 passing Buendia station.
DMU Set 05 at Alabang (2019).
PNR DMU at Alabang station (2011).
PNR DMU at Blumentritt station (2011).
PNR DMU at EDSA station (2011).
PNR DMU at Sucat station.
PNR Rotem DMU-06 on its new livery near FTI station.
Incidents and accidents
- On April 29, 2011, DMR-11 of the original DMU Set 06 collided with a Coca-Cola truck at Manalac Crossing located in Tanyag, Taguig.[6]
- On May 19, 2014, a DMU train collided with a jeepney in the Balic-Balic railroad crossing while operating a southbound train. A person was dead and more than 6 are injured. The accident caused delays in the train operations.[7]
- On April 29, 2015, DMU Set 03 derailed between EDSA railway station and Nichols railway station. There were 50 reported injuries, mostly minor cases.[8] The incident was caused by missing parts of the railtracks that were stolen by thieves.[9] This prompted PNR operations to be suspended on May 5, 2015, to conduct safety tests by PNR and TÜV Rheinland.[10] The operations of the PNR resumed on July 23, 2015.[11]
- On January 1, 2020, DMU Set 05's windshield was shattered due to a stoning incident while performing an MNC Trip at Caloocan.[12][13] The glass window was replaced with polycarbonate the day after the incident. It was also found that a group of minors were the ones who did the crime.[14]
- On June 3, 2020, DMU Set 06 rammed a car at Abad Santos Railroad Crossing in Tondo, Manila. The crossing barrier was not down when the accident happened. The train dragged the car for about 10 meters.[15]
- On September 2, 2021, a DMU train rammed a blue car at the Piy Margal Railroad Crossing in Manila despite early warning by the crossing keepers. No injuries were reported. The PNR management is yet to release a statement about the absence of barriers at the railroad crossing,[16] particularly at the southbound lane.
References
- Launching of the New PNR Trains and Logo. YouTube. RTVMalacanang. July 14, 2009. Retrieved June 9, 2021.
- PNR Hyundai Rotem DMU (5,1,2021). YouTube. May 1, 2021. Retrieved May 9, 2021.
- "Railway Systems-Project Record View". www.hyundai-rotem.co.kr. Retrieved December 25, 2018.
- "PNR DMU 06 in new livery leaving Sta. Mesa Station". YouTube. November 10, 2019. Retrieved May 9, 2021.
- "PNR DMU 05 in new livery arriving Pandacan Station". YouTube. November 27, 2019. Retrieved May 9, 2021.
- Railways, Philippine (April 30, 2011). "Aksidente na ginawa ng Coca-Cola sa PNR". Retrieved December 25, 2018.
- "1 patay, 6 sugatan nang sumalpok ang tren ng PNR sa isang jeep". GMA News Online. Retrieved December 25, 2018.
- Batallones, Jeck (April 29, 2015). "PNR train derailed; 50 hurt". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved December 25, 2018.
- EXCL: Pagnanakaw ng riles, sinisi sa pagkadiskaril ng PNR. YouTube. ABS-CBN News. May 24, 2015. Retrieved May 11, 2021.
- "Operations of Philippine National Railways (PNR) will not Continue Effective on May 5, 2015". onlinefilipinoworkers.com. May 6, 2015. Retrieved May 11, 2021.
- "PNR TO RESUME TRIPS JULY 23, 2015". pnr.gov.ph. Retrieved May 11, 2021.
- "Department of Transportation – Philippines". Facebook. Retrieved May 11, 2021.
- "Another PNR train damaged in New Year's Day stone-throwing incident". Coconuts Manila. January 2, 2020. Retrieved May 11, 2021.
- Marquez, Consuelo (January 4, 2020). "PNR tags minor as person of interest in stoning of trains". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved March 4, 2021.
- 24 Oras: Kotse, nasalpok at nakaladkad nang halos 10 metro ng PNR train. YouTube. June 3, 2020. Retrieved June 11, 2021.
- Santos, Jamil (September 3, 2021). "Doctor survives after train hits, drags her SUV in Manila". GMA News. Retrieved September 4, 2021.
