2009: Random Rollingstock
As I continue with the endless task of cataloguing two decades of Philippine photos, I am finding that I have a large amount that really does not fit any of the usual themes used on the blog.
So, in order to share them with everyone, I will be running a selection of 'random series' posts covering locomotives, rollingstock, infrastructure, and other rail-related items.
If you are interested is buses, jeepneys, planes or even Philippine scenery, you are invited to check out my
'Semi-Retired Foamer Travel Blog'
For much of the first decade of the 2000s, the former Japanese 12 and 14 series (PNR 7A/NR/CAR class) carriages formed the backbone of the Philippine rail services, being used on local Manila and Bicol commuter services, services to Laguna, and on the Bicol Express.
A number underwent a refurbishment at Naga, these becoming the CAR class, while one become a prototype for a canceled rebuilding project planned for the class.
This prototype rebuild was done by Santa Rosa (the bus builders).
For more details on this type, and other carriages, check out our 'Philippine Railway Historical Society: Rollingstock Updates'.
By 2009 the Manila services were being taken over by newly delivered Rotem railcar sets from South Korea.
One regular service that would hold on for a while was the afternoon run to Laguna (I think Binan by this time), returning early the next morning.
7A-2015 is seen at Tutuban station on this set.
Photo: Brad Peadon
A rather weary-looking 7A-2013 is seen outside the Caloocan Railway workshops in Manila,
her duties to the nation's rail system now done.
Photo: Brad Peadon
The late afternoon service from Manila to Laguna departs Tutuban station.
Photo: Brad Peadon
7A-2027 met its end following the tragic derailment at Padre Burgos. It was returned to Manila and eventually placed on its side.
Not long after these photos were taken, an official visit by then President Arroyo saw it scrapped as part of a yard cleanup.
Photo: Brad Peadon
It did give a great opportunity for detailed shots of the underframe. Perfect for us modellers.
Photo: Brad Peadon
7A-2026 is seen retired at Tutuban station.
Photo: Brad Peadon
7A-2019 is seen at Tutuban station awaiting the late afternoon Laguna run.
Photo: Brad Peadon
7A-2026 is seen at Caloocan Workshops.
Photo: Brad Peadon
7B-41 is seen at Tutuban station.
A former Japanese boxcar.
Photo: Brad Peadon
Now scrapped 7C-100 retired at Caloocan Workshops.
Photo: Brad Peadon
Upcoming Caldereta hiding under 7C-115 in Tutuban yard.
Photo: Brad Peadon
7C-114 (Baggage and Power Van) in Tutuban Yard..
Photo: Brad Peadon
7C-113 undergoing work at Caloocan that I don't think was ever completed.
Photo: Brad Peadon
Then new Rotem railcar set shares the Tutuban rollingstock shed with the older 7A class stock.
Though brand new in 2009, the Rotem cars have not held up well, with only two of the six sets in use during recent years.
Photo: Brad Peadon
