Number built 3 vehicles Formation 3 cars | Number in service 3 vehicles Depot(s) Tutuban | |
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In service 1989-2010 (JR East)
2012- (PNR) Operator(s) JR East (1989-2010)
Philippine National Railways (2012-) | ||
The KiHa 59 series (キハ59系) is a former Japanese diesel multiple unit operated by East Japan Railway Company (JR East) between 1989 and 2010, and by the Philippine National Railways (PNR) on the Metro south commuter and Isarog Express lines since 2012.
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History
The three-car train was converted in November 1989 at JR East's Koriyama Works from former KiHa 58 series diesel cars to become the KiHa 59 series Gracia Joyful Train set for use on special charter services in the Sendai area and north east of Japan. The train was withdrawn in May 2003 and rebuilt to become the Kogane trainset, repainted in a white, gold, and orange livery and re-entering service from July 2003.
The Kogane trainset was withdrawn from service on 26 December 2010, and was subsequently shipped to the Philippines.
Formations
The Gracia trainset was formed as follows (1989 - May 2003).
The Kogane trainset was formed as follows (July 2003 - December 2010).