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The PNR 5000 class are diesel-electric locomotives acquired in 1992 by the Philippine National Railways. [4]
The 5000 class locomotives were acquired in 1992 [4] to haul dead-motor CMC diesel multiple units. These were eventually used to haul passenger coaches in the PNR Metro Commuter Line. As of February 2001, five of the 10 DEL-5000 locomotives procured using ODA loan funds were in service, whilst the remaining five were awaiting repairs. [6]
Currently, two (2) locomotives are active in revenue service, 5001 is assigned as Caloocan shunter, 5009 is assigned in the Bicol Commuter Line while 5007 is in Manila. Three units followed suit in being repainted into the orange livery with the 900 class and 2500 class locomotives.
The 5000 class locomotive has a length of 11 meters (37 ft), a width of 2.7 meters (9 ft), and a height of 3.7 meters (12 ft). It is powered by an 8-cylinder Caterpillar D379 engine, with an equipped GE GT751 main generator and GE GY27 auxiliary generator. [2] [5]
The 5000 class or the GE U6B units feature number signs when they arrived in 1992, which are also found on the last batch of the 900 Class which consists of the U15C units.
The shorthood side of the locomotives has its door on the middle of the driver's cab. Which is different from the 900 class where it has its door on its left side.
The following are the serial numbers of the 5000 class. [1]
| Locomotive Number | Build Number | Place Built | References |
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| 5001 | 4754.1 | Montreal, Canada | [7] |
| 5002 | 4754.2 | ||
| 5003 | 4754.3 [8] | ||
| 5004 | 4754.4 | ||
| 5005 | 4754.5 | ||
| 5006 (SCRAPPED) | 4754.6 | ||
| 5007 | 4754.7 | ||
| 5008 (SCRAPPED) | 4754.8 | ||
| 5009 (INACTIVE) | 4754.9 | ||
| 5010 (BER) | 4754.10 | ||
As of January 2024, none are active in revenue service. Meanwhile, 2 units were operational, and eight units are inactive.
The two operational units serves as yard shunters for Tutuban and Naga railyard.
| Locomotive Number | Status | Notes | Liveries |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5001 | Inactive | 5001 served as the shunting locomotive of the Caloocan Workshop before her transfer to Tutuban yard. | Orange Livery (since 2021) |
| 5002 | Inactive | 5002’s original cab was replaced by the cab of a class 2500 loco. 5002 is currently at Tutuban Yard. | Blue Livery |
| 5003 | Inactive | 5003 is currently awaiting repair at Tutuban yard. Some panels from her hood has already been repainted to orange. | Partial Orange (since 2022) |
| 5004 | Inactive | 5004 is currently at Tutuban Yard. 5004 appeared in the movie called 'Extrang Hero' in 1997. | Blue Livery |
| 5005 | Inactive | 5005 is currently awaiting repairs inside Caloocan Workshop. | Blue Livery |
| 5006 | Inactive | 5006 is stored at Caloocan Workshop. 5006 is known for its appearance in the Music Video 'Para sa Masa' by Eraserheads in 1998. | Blue Livery |
| 5007 | Active | 5007 currently serves as the Tutuban Yard Shunter. 5007 is the first out of the ten units to be repainted into the new livery. [9] | Orange Livery (since 2020) |
| 5008 | Inactive | 5008 is currently at Tutuban Yard. | Blue Livery |
| 5009 | Active | 5009 is previously a Bicol commuter hauler. She is currently an active shunter in Naga yard. On 22 October 2024,Rains brought by Tropical Storm Trami (2024)(local name Kristine) , registered as high as 578.9 mm in just one day. The PNR Naga railway depot was flooded affecting INKA DHL 9003 , INKA DMU PNR 8000 class8002, KiHa 52 Rescue train ,KiHa 35 and KiHa 59 series Kogane submerged and Damaged but will be rehabilitated .DEL PNR 2500 class 2540 and PNR 5000 class5009 Electric motors were rendered Beyond economical repair. INKA DHL 9002 was in Legazpi City and not affected by the flood and currently serves Naga City -Sipocot [10] | 2024 Orange Livery |
| 5010 | Inactive | 5010 is the last unit wearing the Red Livery. 5010 was declared Beyond Economical Repair (BER) and currently sits outside the main workshop, heavily stripped. | Red Livery |
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