Philippine National Railways

Philippine national railway/PNR

PNR was in since 1892 and which steam trains on 1892-1960 diesel locomotive 1954-now electric locomotive 1978-now

Commuter Trains: These serve the Metro Manila area and nearby provinces. There are several lines, including the PNR Metro Commuter Line.

Long-Distance Trains: These run between Manila and other regions, such as Bicol and the northern provinces.

PNR has so many trains than other to trains like panay railway, hawaiian railway company, and lrt 1 because pnr has many train and all old trains were scrapped but cmc 201 - cmc 382 (coach) was only 2 cmc was in use and cmc 201 was on use only rerailment crew but we had kiha 52 rerailment crew but cmc 382 was not scrapped and other cmc coach was set scrapped

Liveries on PNR

• Red livery 52 tonner in 1954

• Yellow livery MRR or U12C UM12C 1963

• Green livery DEL UM12C 1971-1981

• Red livery 1990-2001 DEL

• Blue livery DEL 2005-2019

• Orange livery 2019-now

Trivia

• First Steam Engine: The PNR's first steam engine, named "Philippine," began operations on January 24, 1892, on the Manila-Dagupan line. This marked the start of rail transportation in the country.

• Types: PNR uses both diesel and electric locomotives. Diesel locomotives are more common due to the current infrastructure and operational needs.

• Modern History: That start on 1892 and steam loco was first train and now is del locomotives and old all u10b's are set scrapped and more old trains at caloocan workshop or tutuban yard, they scrapped those 3 loco and steam loco was set now for statue and 22 buda was mueseum now too for discovering a 22 Buda with 2 boys and they called it and was set fix and turn it mueseum.

• Function: These engines provide the power necessary to pull trains along the tracks.

2. Passenger Cars

• Types: The PNR operates various types of passenger cars, including economy class and air-conditioned coaches or non-air conditioned coaches.
• Features: These cars are equipped with seating arrangements, lighting, ventilation systems, and safety features like emergency brakes and fire extinguishers.

3. Freight Cars

• Types: Freight cars are used for transporting goods and include flatcars, boxcars, and tankers.
• Function: They are designed to carry different types of cargo, from industrial materials to liquids.

4. Track Infrastructure

• Rails and Sleepers: The railway tracks are made of steel rails supported by concrete or wooden sleepers. Regular maintenance is required to ensure safety and smooth operations.
• Switches and Signals: Mechanical switches (or points) allow trains to change tracks, while signaling systems control train movements and ensure safe operations.

5. Brakes

• Types: PNR trains use air brakes, which are activated by compressed air to slow down or stop the train.
• Maintenance: Regular inspection and maintenance of the braking system are crucial for safety.

6. Overhead Equipment

• Electric Lines: For the sections of the railway that are electrified, overhead lines provide electrical power to electric trains.
• Pantographs: These are the devices on electric trains that make contact with the overhead lines to draw power.

7. Maintenance Facilities

• Depots and Workshops: PNR has various facilities for the maintenance and repair of trains and infrastructure. These include cleaning, servicing, and major overhauls.

8. Signaling and Communication Systems

• Signals: Mechanical and electronic signals control train movements and ensure safe distances between trains.
• Communication: Systems for train-to-ground and ground-to-train communication are essential for coordination and operational efficiency.

9. Rolling Stock

• Modernization: PNR has been investing in modern rolling stock to improve passenger comfort and operational efficiency. This includes new trainsets with updated mechanical and electronic systems.

10. Safety Systems

• Emergency Systems: Trains and stations are equipped with various safety features, such as emergency brakes, fire extinguishers, and first aid kits.

History

1892: The Philippine National Railways traces its origins to the establishment of the Manila-Dagupan Railway Company under Spanish colonial rule. This railway line was the first in the Philippines, and its opening marked the start of the country's railway system.

And the fastest train in PNR is Nikko train which is MC 6366 and was set abandoned sadly but mc 6366 still staying at old tutuban yard.

Longest rails in PNR is Metro Commuter Line: This line serves Metro Manila and surrounding areas, extending roughly 80 kilometers (about 50 miles) from the southern suburbs to the northern suburbs.

And longest future rails in PNR is which is

• PNR South Long-Haul Line: The line extends from Metro Manila to the Bicol region, covering about 500 kilometers (around 310 miles). This is part of the PNR's efforts to connect major cities and provinces in Luzon.
• PNR North-South Commuter Railway: This planned expansion is set to cover a significant length from Metro Manila to various parts of Luzon, including an extension towards the north and south.
  Scrapped trains in PNR

Locomotives

U12C

• 1001

• 1002

• 1003

• 1004

• 1005

• 1006

• 1007

• 1008

• 1009

• 1010

UM12C

• 2001

• 2002

• 2003

• 2004

• 2005

• 2006

• 2007

• 2008

• 2009

• 2010

• 2011

• 2012

• 2013

• 2014

• 2015

• 2016

• 2017

• 2018

• 2019

• 2020

47 tonner

• 8584

• 8586

• 8587

• 8791

One unit survived in the 1990s

52 tonner

• 3001

• 3002

• 3003

• 3004

• 3005

• 3006

• 3007

• 3008

• 3009

• 3010

note: some 52 tonner locomotives were given to the Panay Railways Incorporated

U6B

• 5001

• 5002

• 5003(under repair)

• 5004

• 5005

• 5006

• 5008

• 5009

• 5010(beyond repair maybe)

U5B

• 4001

• 4002

• 4003

• 4004

• 4005

• 4006

• 4007

• 4008

• 4009

• 4010 U10B

• 2501

• 2502

• 2503

• 2504

• 2505

• 2506

• 2507

• 2508

• 2509

• 2510

• 2511

• 2512

• 2513

• 2514

• 2515

• 2516

• 2517

• 2518

• 2519

• 2520

• 2521

• 2522

• 2523

• 2524

• 2525

• 2526

• 2527

• 2528

• 2529

• 2530

• 2531

• 2532

• 2533

• 2534

• 2536

• 2537

• 2539

• 2541

• 2542

• 2543

U15C

• 901

• 903

• 904

• 905

U14C

• 907

• 909

• 910

• 912

INKA 8000 CLASS

• 8001

• 8002

• 8003

INKA 8100 CLASS

• 8100 INKA 8300 CLASS
  • 8300

CC203

CC203 ICTSI (scrapped several years and transfer to ictsi railway)

Active trains in PNR

U15C

• 902

U14C

• 911

• 913

• 914

• 916

• 917

• 918

• 919

• 921

• 922

U10B

• 2540 U6B

• 5001

• 5002

• 5003

• 5004

• 5005

• 5006

• 5007

• 5008

• 5009

CC300

• DHL 9001

• DHL 9002

• DHL 9003

Metro Commuter Line

1. Tutuban
2. Espana
3. Lerma
4. Blumentritt
5. Santos (formerly called "Sta. Cruz")
6. Caloocan
7. Malabon
8. Navotas
9. Baclaran
10. Pasay Road
11. Makati (formerly called "Ayala")
12. Patiis
13. Sucat
14. Muntinlupa
15. Alabang
16. Cupang
17. Pulong Bunga
18. San Pedro
19. Biñan
20. Santa Rosa
21. Canlubang
22. Calamba
23. Batangas

South Long-Haul Line

1. Tutuban
2. Alabang
3. Muntinlupa
4. Pulong Bunga
5. San Pedro
6. Biñan
7. Santa Rosa
8. Canlubang
9. Calamba
10. Bae
11. Nagcarlan
12. Lumban
13. Pagsanjan
14. Santa Cruz
15. Naga