PNR Hyundai Rotem DMU


The PNR Hyundai Rotem DMU is a class of diesel multiple units operated by the Philippine National Railways since 2009.

Overview

The train was introduced as the first lightweight, stainless steel made trainsets of the PNR in 2009. The trains are made up of 6 sets. 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 train was first unveiled on June 15, 2009 and was labeled "PNR Filtrack." It was used on the Metro Commuter Line running from Tutuban to Bicutan. Its services was then subsequently extended to Sucat and on April 19, 2010, to Alabang. Currently, the DMUs serve the Metro North Commuter and Metro South Commuter lines.
In 2019, the train's livery was changed, following the same pattern with the KiHa 59 with a reddish-orange to the ends and the sides were colored white with navy blue stripes. The PNR logo is placed on the end sides and the sides bear the logo of the Department of Transportation. Polycarbonate windows that can resist stoning replaced the old glass screens in order for the grills to be removed.

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Incidents and accidents