MRTC 3000 class
{{short description|Light rail vehicle built by ČKD Tatra, a Czech tram manufacturer}}
{{Use Philippine English|date=June 2024}}
{{Use mdy dates|date=June 2020}}
{{Infobox train
| background = #FFFFE6
| name = MRTC 3000 class
| code = RT8D5M
| stocktype = Light rail vehicle
| image = MRT-3 North Avenue 2024-06-07.jpg
| caption = A three-car 3000 class train at the turnback siding of North Avenue station in June 2024
| interiorimage = MRT-3 RT8D5M interior (LRV 3022) 2021-12-19.jpg
| interiorcaption = Train interior captured in December 2021
| service = 1999–present
| manufacturer = ČKD Tatra
| designer= Patrik Kotas (cs)
| assembly = Prague, Czech Republic
| ordernumber =
| family = Tatra KT8D5
| replaced =
| yearconstruction = 1995 (prototype)
1997–1999
| yearservice = {{Start date and age|1999|12|15}}
| refurbishment = {{Ubl|2008–2009|2016–2017, 2019–2023}}
| yearscrapped =
| numberconstruction =
| numberbuilt = 73 vehicles and 1 prototype{{r|SKD_total-delivery}}
| numberservice = 60 vehicles (19 sets)
| numberpreserved =
| numberscrapped = 1 prototype
| formation = 3/4 cars per trainset {{small|16 trains in 3-car formation, 3 trains in 4-car formation}}
| fleetnumbers = 3001–3073
| capacity = 394 per car
1,182 passengers (222 seats) (3-car formation)
1,576 passengers (4-car formation)
| operator = Department of Transportation
| depots = North Avenue
| lines = {{rint|manila|3}} Line 3
| carbody = Low alloy high tensile steel (body shell)
Aluminum sheets (ceiling)
| trainlength = {{Cvt|95.16|m|ftin|frac=64}} (3-car formation)
{{Cvt|126.88|m|ftin|frac=64}} (4-car formation)
| carlength = {{Convert|31.72|m|ftin|abbr=on|frac=16}}
| width = {{Convert|2.5|m|ftin|abbr=on|frac=64}}
| height = {{Convert|3.73|m|ftin|abbr=on|frac=32}}
| floorheight = {{Convert|925|mm|ftin|abbr=on|frac=64}}
| platformheight = {{Convert|900|mm|ftin|abbr=on|frac=16}}
| doors = Double-leaf plug-type; 5 per side
{{small|{{ubl|Width: {{cvt|861|mm|in|0}} at ends, {{cvt|1255|mm|in|0}} at middle doors|Height: {{cvt|1900|mm|in}}}}}}
| art-sections = 3
| wheeldiameter = {{cvt|700-595|mm|in|0}} (new–worn)
| wheelbase = {{cvt|1.9|m|ftin|abbr=on|frac=64}}
| maxspeed = {{convert|65|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|46.8|t|lbs|abbr=on}}
| axleload = {{cvt|9|t|lbs|abbr=on}}
| acceleration = {{cvt|1.03|m/s2}}
| deceleration = {{cvt|1.01|m/s2}} (service)
{{cvt|1.58|m/s2}} (emergency)
| traction = ČKD Trakce TV14Z IGBT chopper
| poweroutput = {{ubl|{{convert|516|kW|hp|abbr=on}} (single LRV)|{{convert|1.55|MW|hp|abbr=on}} (3-car train)}}
| transmission = Cardan drive (7:42 gear ratio)
| aux = 3 × 480 V AC 60 Hz static converter
2 × 24 V DC batteries
| hvac = Thermo King roof-mounted air-conditioning
| electricsystem = {{750 V DC}} overhead catenary
| collectionmethod = Faiveley single-arm pantograph
| uicclass = Bo′+Bo′+Bo′+Bo′
| bogies = Inside-frame type
| minimum curve = {{convert|20|m|ft|abbr=on}}
| brakes = Regenerative and rheostatic with discs and track brakes
| safety = Alstom CITYFLO 250 fixed block with subsystems of EBICAB 900 ATP, EBI Screen 900 CTC, and EBI Lock 950 CBI
| coupling = Scharfenberg
| light = LED lamp
| gauge = {{track gauge|standard|allk=on}}
| traction motors = 8 × ČKD Trakce TE026A01-4 {{convert|64.5|kW|hp|abbr=on}} DC shunt-winding motor
{{small|(1 hour rating: 375 V 190 A 1946 rpm)}}
| seating = Longitudinal
| notes = Sourced from {{cite web |title=Tramcar RT8D5M Model Basic Features |url=http://www.skd.cz/EN/tramvaje/RT8D5M.htm |website=skd.cz |access-date=October 31, 2020 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180303214843/http://www.skd.cz/EN/tramvaje/RT8D5M.htm |archive-date=March 3, 2018}}{{r|SKD_RT8D5M}}{{r|DOTC}}{{Sfn|R. Vodička|2008|p=13}}{{Sfn|DOTC|2016|p=4-6}}{{Sfn|DOTC|2015|p=64, 68}}{{Sfn|DOTC|2013|p=88}}{{Sfn|DOTC|2013|p=232}}{{Cite AV media|title=1993 CKD Tatra LRT-3 Ad|url=https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=6061049500594348|publisher=ČKD Tatra|date=1993|access-date=December 16, 2022}} unless otherwise noted.
}}
The MRTC 3000 class or ČKD Tatra RT8D5M LRV is a first-generation class of high-floor uni-directional light rail vehicles built by Czech tram manufacturer ČKD Tatra. The LRVs are owned by Metro Rail Transit Corporation (MRTC), operated by the Department of Transportation (DOTr) thru DOTr MRT-3, and is currently used on the Manila MRT Line 3.
ČKD Tatra RT8D5M LRVs were the last vehicles made by ČKD Tatra before it was taken over by Siemens.
Operational history
=Purchase and production=
Construction of the MRT Line 3 began in 1996 when the then-Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC; later the Department of Transportation) entered into a build-lease-transfer agreement with the Metro Rail Transit Corporation (MRTC). MRTC signed a contract with ČKD Tatra in 1997 to supply the trains.{{Cite web|title=About|url=http://www.dotrmrt3.gov.ph/about#construction|website=dotrmrt3.gov.ph|access-date=2021-10-24}}
Aside from a prototype, 73 light rail cars are produced by ČKD in two batches; 49 were produced in 1998 and the other 24 were completed the following year.{{r|SKD_vctram}} The first train was flown into Manila via plane while the remaining trains were transported by sea.{{r|plane}} The fleet also happens to be the last produced by ČKD before it was taken over by Siemens.{{r|popular-tram}}
=Prototype RT8D5 0029=
In March 1995 the first three-car tram was tested in Prague under the number 0029 as a prototype.{{r|SKD_total-delivery}} It was a development of the Tatra KT8D5; 0029 retained its control, proportions, the front and rear sections, and unlike the later production vehicles, designed for bidirectional operation. Prototype 0029 remained in Prague and it was used in October to November 1998 together with the Tatra T5A5 prototype, tram no. 0013, and the T3 no. 6663 for various crash tests in the main workshop in Hostivař before being eventually scrapped.{{r|prazketramvaje}}{{r|crash}}
=Refurbishments and upgrades=
All 73 light rail vehicles (LRV) were first refurbished from 2008 to 2009 by Sumitomo Corporation, its technical partner Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Engineering (MHIENG), and its subsidiary TES Philippines Inc. (TESP). The aging air-conditioning units of the trains since 1999 were replaced with new ones.{{Cite news|first=Aerol John|last=Pateña|title=DOTr apologizes over MRT aircon leak|url=https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1044107|work=Philippine News Agency|date=August 8, 2018|access-date=August 7, 2021|quote=It said the ACUs were last replaced in 2008 as part of the system’s first general overhaul eight years after it started operating in 2000.}} The interior and exterior of the trains were also refurbished.{{Cite AV media|url=https://www.facebook.com/thepareofficial/photos/a.1356995471060933/4262015830558868/|title=Photo of MRT-3 ČKD Tatra RT8D5M light rail vehicle (LRV) being refurbished during the first round of general overhaul works under Sumitomo-TESP between years 2008 and 2009|date=22 July 2021|access-date=8 November 2021}}
In 2016, Busan Universal Rail, Inc. (BURI) initiated the second overhaul of the trains. Forty-three light rail vehicles were to be overhauled as part of its three-year maintenance contract with the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC; later the Department of Transportation [DOTr]). The refurbished cars underwent a body repaint and installation of new air-conditioning units from Thermo King. However, DOTr terminated its contract with BURI on November 6, 2017, with only three vehicles refurbished.{{Cite news|first=Faye|last=Orellana|title=DOTr blames former maintenance provider BURI for MRT-3 woes|newspaper=Philippine Daily Inquirer|url=https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/963537/mrt-3-dotr-transportation-maintenance-provider-buri-problems-glitches|date=January 25, 2018|access-date=August 7, 2021}}
File:MRT3 North Avenue 3007A 2021-11-20.jpg
When Sumitomo, Mitsubishi, and TESP returned as the line's maintenance providers on May 1, 2019, they continued the second refurbishment of the trains. It consists of the installation of new choppers, traction motors, wheels, pantographs, new air conditioning units from Thermo King (a replacement program for the air conditioning units began as early as 2018); the repainting of the train's exteriors and interiors; and the fitting of new lighting installations throughout the trains.{{cite news |title=MRT-3 rehab underway with return of Sumitomo |first=Richmond |last=Mercurio |url=https://www.philstar.com/business/2019/05/02/1914148/mrt-3-rehab-underway-return-sumitomo|work=The Philippine Star |date=May 2, 2019 |access-date=February 26, 2021}} SKD Trade, a. s., the company that produces spare parts for trains made by ČKD Tatra, became part of the overhaul project and provided spare parts.{{Cite web|title=CZECH REPUBLIC - PARTNER FOR MRT 3 IMPROVEMENT|website=Facebook|url=https://www.facebook.com/CzechEmbassyManila/posts/4473456612711014|date=September 7, 2021}} On October 29, 2020, the first newly overhauled train underwent a test run at a speed of {{convert|50|km/h|mph|sp=us}}.{{Cite news|title=MRT-3 conducts test runs on overhauled train at 50 kph|first=Raymond Carl|last=Dela Cruz|date=October 29, 2020|url=https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1120153|work=Philippine News Agency|access-date=November 8, 2021}} Initially expected to be completed in May 2023, the refurbishment of all 72 light rail vehicles (LRVs) was completed three months ahead of schedule on February 2, 2023.{{Cite news|title=MRT-3 completes overhaul of coaches |date=February 3, 2023 |first=Emmie V. |last=Abadilla |url=https://mb.com.ph/2023/02/03/mrt-3-completes-overhaul-of-coaches/ |work=Manila Bulletin |access-date=February 3, 2023}}
120 new Thermo King air conditioning units were ordered for 40 LRVs.{{Cite news|first=Mia|last=Rodriguez|title=Get Ready for a Chiller MRT-3 Ride in 2020|url=https://www.spot.ph/newsfeatures/the-latest-news-features/80422/mrt3-new-airconditioning-units-a4362-20200102|work=spot.ph|date=2020-01-02|access-date=2022-01-09}} The installation of the new air-conditioning units on all trains were completed on June 18, 2021.{{Cite news|first=Clara|last=Rosales|title=MRT-3 Rides Grow Cooler As All Trains Get New Aircon Units|url=https://www.reportr.world/news/mrt-3-trains-get-aircon-units-a4373-20210618|work=reportr.world|date=2021-06-18|access-date=2022-01-09}}
=Four-car operations=
Since 2016, plans to operate in a four-car configuration from the current three were laid.{{Sfn|DOTC|2016|p=50}} On March 9, 2022, a four-car 3000 class trainset underwent a dynamic test run on the main line for the first time.{{Cite news|title=MRT eyes 4-car train setup after successful 'dynamic testing' |first=Raymond Carl |last=Dela Cruz |date=March 11, 2022 |access-date=March 28, 2022 |work=Philippine News Agency |url=https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1169593}} Two four-car trains were deployed on March 28, subsequently increased to four.{{Cite news|title=MRT-3 starts month-long free ride, deploys 4-car train set |date=March 28, 2022 |first=Aaron |last=Recuenco |work=Manila Bulletin |url=https://mb.com.ph/2022/03/28/mrt-3-starts-month-long-free-ride-deploys-4-car-train-set/ |access-date=March 28, 2022}} Although full conversion was initially planned to be achieved by 2023,{{Cite news|title=MRT-3 eyes 4-car configuration for all trains next year: official |first=Job |last=Manahan |work=ABS-CBN News |date=March 29, 2022 |access-date=June 8, 2024 |url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/03/29/22/mrt-3-eyes-4-car-configuration-for-all-trains-next-year}} all trains soon reverted to the existing 3-car configuration. Nevertheless, four-car trainsets were redeployed on April 21, 2025, with three four-car trains in service during peak hours on top of the 16 three-car trainsets. The deployment of the three four-car trains is aimed to cater the high number of passengers on the rush hour periods in the aftermath of the line's Holy Week maintenance, and to ease the congestion of passengers commuting on the railway.{{cite news |last1=Ombay |first1=Giselle |date=21 April 2025 |title=MRT-3 deploys additional train set on peak hours |url=https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/serbisyopubliko/transportation/943352/mrt-3-deploys-additional-train-set-on-peak-hours/story/ |work=GMA News Online |language=en |access-date=2025-04-21}}{{Cite web |last=Mangaluz |first=Jean |title=MRT-3 deploys four-car train sets during rush hour |url=https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2025/04/21/2437267/mrt-3-deploys-four-car-train-sets-during-rush-hour |date=2025-04-21 |website=Philstar.com |access-date=2025-04-21}}
Design
File:Line 3 Class 3000 scale model drawing.png
The LRV design is a one-way eight-axle motorized car consisting of three articulated cars, which are connected to each other by the joint and the cover.{{r|cz-trams}} The RT8D5M operates as built on the high-speed city rail system with high platforms and in tropical conditions.{{r|SKD_RT8D5M}}{{r|popular-tram}}
= Car body =
The car body is made of low-alloy high-tensile steel, while the ceiling is made of aluminum sheets.{{sfn|DOTC|2016|p=6}}
Unlike the prototype 0029, these cars have rounded "foreheads" or beveled large windows at both ends.{{r|prazketramvaje}}
The trains wear a livery consisting of royal blue, red, and white. Under the "Metrostar Express" branding, the white portion contains the brand logo and lettering on the sides. However, since 2012, the branding has since been unused.{{Cite AV media|title=MRT-3 Brands Through the Years |url=https://www.facebook.com/thepareofficial/photos/4279817572112027/ |date=July 28, 2021 |access-date=April 5, 2022}} The trains also usually wore wrap ads—unlike the LRTA 1200 class which wear ads as a whole trainset, the 3000 class are seen to wear wrap ads per car.
Each light rail vehicle has three roof-mounted air-conditioning units manufactured by Thermo King. In total, there are nine air-conditioning units in a three-car train set.
LRV 044 used to have experimental exterior lights above the doors in 2017. However, the lights were removed when Sumitomo refurbished and renumbered LRV 044 as 3044 in 2021.
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| File:MRT-3 Train North Avenue 3.jpg
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| 3000 class train with the Metrostar Express branding.
| File:Line 3 North Avenue Station Class 3000 Train.jpg
| alt2=
| A 3000 class trainset at North Avenue station. Notice the door lights above the doors in LRV 044. (July 2018)
| File:MRT-3 RT8D5M with Cebu Pacific ads 2022-12-10.jpg
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| A 3000 class LRV with Cebu Pacific wrap advertising. (December 2022)
| File:MRT-3 EDSA-Ortigas 2023-10-27.jpg
| alt4=
| A 3000 class train passing the Ortigas Interchange in October 2023
}}
= Interior =
Each train car has a capacity of 74 seated passengers and 320 standing passengers. Under crush loading conditions, each car can carry 394 commuters at any one time. A 3-car trainset can carry 1,182 passengers.{{sfn|DOTC|2016|p=6}} Each train car consists of longitudinal bench seating and a PWD open space for wheelchairs and strollers located at one end of each car.
Each car has five double leaf, electronically operated, plug-sliding doors. The three center doors have an open width of {{convert|1,255|mm|ftin|abbr=on}} while the two end doors at {{convert|861|mm|ftin|abbr=on}}. The doors have a height of {{cvt|1,900|mm|ftin}}.
The Passenger Assist Railway Display System (PARDS), a passenger information system powered by LCD screens installed near the ceiling of the train that shows news, advertisements, current train location, arrivals and station layouts, are already installed inside the trains. However, as of 2022, the LCD screens remain switched off. PARDS is also installed on trains on LRT lines 1 and 2.{{cite news |title=Passenger information system to be installed in LRT, MRT |url=https://www.bworldonline.com/passenger-information-system-to-be-installed-in-lrt-mrt/ |accessdate=December 12, 2020 |work=BusinessWorld |date=March 27, 2019}}
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| System map of the MRT-3 above the doors with two mounted lights below the map.
| File:MRT3 PARDS TUBE LCD screen 2019-12-15.jpg
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| The Passenger Assist Railway Display System LCD monitor screen inside the 3000 class.
| File:Tatra RT8D5 builder's plate 2024-06-07.jpg
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=Mechanical=
Each LRV has inside-frame bogies, consisting of four motorized bogies. The primary suspension is a steel spring and the secondary suspension is a wound-up steel spring.{{sfn|DOTC|2016|p=5}} Scharfenberg couplers are present in the ends of the light rail vehicles.
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| Scharfenberg couplers of the 3000 class. (May 2024)
| File:MRT3 Manila North Avenue Tatra RT8D5M LRV 3024 bogie 2022-04-30.jpg
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| The bogie of the 3000 class. (April 2022)
| File:MRT-3 RT8D5M bogie 2024-10-05.jpg
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| A closer look of the inside-frame bogies of the 3000 class. (October 2024)
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=Electrical=
The electrical and traction systems of the RT8D5M trains are supplied by ČKD Trakce. The propulsion is controlled by choppers with IGBT thyristors.{{sfn|DOTC|2016|p=4}} The traction motors consist of eight DC series-wound/wave armature winding self ventilated motors. The traction motors have a Class H insulation class for the rotor and a Class F insulation class for the stator. The motors comply with IEC 349 standards. Each motor has a power output of {{convert|64.5|kW|hp|abbr=off}}. The motors are rated with a voltage of 375 volts, a current of 190 amps, and a speed of 1946 revolutions per minute (rpm) with a maximum speed of 4350 rpm.{{Sfn|DOTC|2015|p=66}}{{Sfn|DOTC|2015|p=68}}
Auxiliary power is sourced from 480-volt AC static converters and two 24-volt DC batteries.{{Sfn|DOTC|2013|p=85}}{{r|SKD_RT8D5M}}
=Signaling and safety equipment=
The trains are equipped with the EBICAB 900 Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system.{{Sfn|DOTC|2013|p=88}} Some onboard signaling equipment consist of vehicle logic units (VLUs), driver panels, and antennas.{{Sfn|DOTC|2013|p=249}} The original VLUs were manufactured by Bombardier Transportation (acquired by Alstom in 2021). The VLUs are the primary automatic safety devices for the trains.{{Cite news|first1=Patrick|last1=Garcia|first2=Ellson|last2=Quismorio|title=Nograles wants deeper probe on VLU mess after MRT 3 fire|url=https://mb.com.ph/2018/01/29/nograles-wants-deeper-probe-on-vlu-mess-after-mrt-3-fire/|work=Manila Bulletin|date=2018-01-29|access-date=2022-01-18}}
In 2017, it was revealed that the original VLUs were stolen and replaced with unauthorized parts.{{Cite news|first=Patrizia Paola C.|last=Marcelo|title=Busan Rail files graft case vs DoTR official|url=https://www.bworldonline.com/busan-rail-files-graft-case-vs-dotr-official/|work=BusinessWorld|date=2017-09-21|access-date=2022-01-18}} An audit report by Bombardier Transportation showed that 99% of the trains were using fake parts.{{Cite news|title=Tugade, DOTr refuse to reveal Bombardier report showing 99% of MRT-3 trains using fake parts: Kaya pala MRTirik araw-araw!|url=https://politics.com.ph/tugade-dotr-refuse-to-reveal-bombardier-report-showing-99-of-mrt-3-trains-using-fake-parts-kaya-pala-mrtirik-araw-araw-3/|website=Politiko|date=January 28, 2018|access-date=January 18, 2022}} According to the inventory conducted in all cars, the other cars were equipped with ABB, ABB Daimler-Benz or DaimlerChrysler-branded VLUs.
The EBICAB 900 ATP system is integrated with the Alstom CITYFLO 250 signaling solution.
Train formation
Each unidirectional light rail vehicle consists of three articulated cars.
| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|+Cars of 3000 class ! colspan="2" |Car designation ! A-car ! B-car ! C-car |
| colspan="2" |Control cab
| {{ya}} || {{na}} || {{na}} |
|---|
| colspan="2" |Motor
| {{ya}} || {{ya}} || {{ya}} |
| colspan="2" |Pantograph
| {{ya}} || {{na}} || {{na}} |
| rowspan="2" |Car length
!m | colspan="3" | 31.72 |
| ft in
| colspan="3" |{{convert|31.72|m|ftin|frac=16|abbr=on|disp=out}} |
| rowspan="3"| Capacity
! Seated | colspan="3" | 74 |
| Standing
| colspan="3" | 320 |
| Total
| colspan="3" | 394 |
Incidents
File:MRT-3 Philippines breakdown.jpg
- On November 3, 2012, a train from the Araneta Center-Cubao Station caught fire as it approached GMA-Kamuning Station, causing passengers to scramble to the exits, and having two women injured. The train caught fire due to electrical short-circuit technical failure.{{cite news |author=Geronimo, Gian |title=MRT train coach catches fire near Kamuning Station |url=https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/news/metro/280789/mrt-train-coach-catches-fire-near-kamuning-station/story/ |work=GMA News Online |date=November 3, 2012 |access-date=September 6, 2019}}
- On March 26, 2014, at 10:50 am, a southbound train at Guadalupe Station suddenly stopped due to the train driver not observing the red light status at the Guadalupe Station and accelerated southbound without getting prior clearance from the Control Center, causing the automatic train protection system to activate the emergency brakes, resulting in 10 injuries.{{cite news |title=10 passengers hurt as MRT train makes sudden stop |last=Fernandez |first=Amanda |url=https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/news/metro/354209/10-passengers-hurt-as-mrt-train-makes-sudden-stop/story/ |access-date=November 21, 2021 |work=GMA News Online |date=March 26, 2014}}
- On August 13, 2014, a southbound train heading to Taft Avenue station derailed and overshot to the streets. The train first stopped after leaving Magallanes station due to a technical problem. Later on, the train broke down altogether, another train was used to push the stalled train. During this process, however, the first train got detached from the rails and overshot towards Taft Avenue, breaking the concrete barriers and falling to the street below. At least 38 people were injured. The accident was blamed on 2 train drivers and 2 control personnel for failing to follow the proper coordination procedures and protocol.{{cite web |url=http://buhaykolehiyo.com/2014/08/mrt-gets-derailed/ |title=MRT-3 Gets Derailed |date=August 13, 2014 |publisher=Buhaykolehiyo |last=Pineda |first=Mj Lising |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141025065223/http://buhaykolehiyo.com/2014/08/mrt-gets-derailed/ |archive-date=October 25, 2014}}{{cite news |author=Camus, Miguel R. |title=DOTC: Human error blamed for MRT-3 train accident; 4 train workers face raps |url=https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/630824/dotc-human-error-blamed-for-mrt-3-train-accident-4-train-workers-face-raps |access-date=June 6, 2020 |work=Inquirer.net |date=August 19, 2014}} The A and B sections of the involved train car were loaded sideways onto two flatbed trucks, while the C section of the car was towed to the depot using a hi-rail truck. The train car is still stored at the line's depot in North Avenue as of June 2020.{{Cite AV media|title=Photo of LRV 003 at North Avenue depot |url=https://www.facebook.com/thepareofficial/photos/3138113039615825/ |date=June 18, 2020 |access-date=April 5, 2022}} There are currently no news about actions to be taken at the damaged trainset, and was noticeably excluded from train refurbishments.
- On September 2, 2014, a train continued with one of its doors left open after a train door failed to close at the Guadalupe station. The passengers were then evacuated after the train arrived at Boni station.{{Cite news|title=MRT train continues run with one of its doors open|first=Aries Joseph|last=Hegina|date=3 September 2014|url=https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/635020/mrt-train-continues-run-with-one-of-its-doors-open|newspaper=Philippine Daily Inquirer|access-date=2021-11-30}}
- On September 18, 2017, at 6:00 am, a seat inside 3000 class LRV no. 066 caught fire at the Santolan-Annapolis station with no injuries reported.{{Cite news|title=MRT operations temporarily stopped after seat catches fire|url=https://www.rappler.com/nation/mrt-seat-fire-operations-temporarily-suspended|publisher=Rappler|date=18 September 2017|access-date=5 November 2021}}
- On November 16, 2017, at 11:30 am, at least 140 passengers were evacuated from a "detached train" coach between the railway lines of Buendia and Ayala Avenue Stations.{{cite news |url=https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/news/metro/633390/up-to-140-mrt3-riders-evacuated-from-detached-train/story/ |title=Up to 140 riders evacuated from 'detached train' |work=GMA News Online |date=November 16, 2017 |access-date=November 16, 2017 |first=Nicole-Anne |last=Lagrimas}}
- On January 26, 2018, a train caught fire between the Araneta Center-Cubao and GMA-Kamuning stations. Partial operations were implemented, and the situation normalized at 2:46 pm.{{Cite news|title=MRT emits smoke – again|url=https://www.rappler.com/nation/194574-mrt-emits-smoke-january-2018/|website=Rappler|date=January 26, 2018|access-date=January 18, 2022}}
- On August 7, 2018, an aircon leak caused "rain" inside a train and caused passengers inside to open their umbrellas. The train was removed from service to fix the air conditioning unit and the train involved in the incident returned to service the following day.{{Cite news|first=Aika|last=Rey|title=Aircon leak causes 'rain' inside MRT3|url=https://www.rappler.com/nation/aircondition-unit-leak-rain-mrt3|work=Rappler|date=August 8, 2018|access-date=July 8, 2021}}
- On November 4, 2019, at 4:08 pm, a train suddenly emitted smoke while on the northbound track of the line. Around 530 passengers were unloaded. Around two hours after the incident, the operation of the line was back to normal.{{cite news |last1=Galvez |first1=Daphne |title=MRT-3 resumes normal ops from North to Taft stations after train emits smoke |url=https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1185627/mrt-3-resumes-normal-ops-from-north-to-taft-stations-after-train-emits-smoke |work=Inquirer.net |date=November 4, 2019 |access-date=January 17, 2022}} The fire was caused by a short-circuit in the traction motor.{{Cite news|first=Robie|last=de Guzman|title=MRT-3 says train smoke emission due to short circuit in traction motor|url=https://www.untvweb.com/news/mrt-3-says-train-smoke-emission-due-to-short-circuit-in-traction-motor/|work=UNTV News|date=2019-11-07|access-date=2022-01-17}}
- On May 12, 2021, 3000 class LRV 015 was vandalized by an unidentified culprit near Taft Avenue station. Investigations were conducted and initial reports state that the culprit had cut the perimeter fence near Taft Avenue station, which may have caused the vandalism.{{cite news|url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/05/13/21/mrt-management-looking-for-witnesses-after-train-vandalism|title=MRT management looking for witnesses after train vandalism|website=ABS-CBN News|first=Jacque|last=Manabat|date=May 13, 2021|access-date=May 13, 2021}} The vandalized train was cleaned and returned to service on May 18, 2021.{{Cite web|title=Malinis na at napapatakbo na sa mainline ang isang train car o bagon ng MRT-3 na matatandaang ginawan ng bandalismo noong ika-12 ng Mayo 2021.|url=https://www.facebook.com/dotrmrt3/posts/2990570054505128|website=Facebook|access-date=25 May 2021}}
- On October 9, 2021, at 9:12 p.m., 3000 class LRV 032 caught fire near the Guadalupe station. A provisional service was implemented between North Avenue and Shaw Boulevard station, and the site of the incident was declared fire out at 9:51 p.m. As a result of the incident, 8 passengers sustained minor injuries.{{Cite AV media|url=https://www.facebook.com/gmanews/posts/10160451073041977|title=JUST IN: Bagon ng MRT-3 malapit sa Guadalupe station (NB), nagliyab.|medium=Facebook Watch|publisher=GMA News|format=16:9|access-date=October 9, 2021|date=October 9, 2021}}{{Cite news|first=Daniza|last=Fernandez|date=10 October 2021|title=MRT-3 fire injures 8 passengers|url=https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1499888/8-passengers-injured-in-mrt-3-fire|newspaper=Philippine Daily Inquirer|access-date=10 October 2021}} Normal operations resumed the following day.{{Cite news|title=MRT-3 resumes full operation after fire|first=Ma. Teresa|last=Montemayor|date=October 10, 2021|work=Philippine News Agency|url=https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1156171|access-date=October 10, 2021}}
- On November 21, 2021, at 6:51 a.m., a window in a 3000 class LRV was damaged due to a stoning incident, injuring one passenger.{{Cite news|title=One hurt after unidentified suspect hurls stone at MRT3 train coach|url=https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/metro/811701/one-hurt-after-unidentified-suspect-hurls-stone-at-mrt3-train-coach/story/|publisher=GMA News and Public Affairs|date=21 November 2021|access-date=21 November 2021}} The suspect was later identified as a garbage collector and was subsequently arrested and charged.{{Cite news|title=Suspek sa pambabato sa MRT3 na ikinasugat ng 1 pasahero, arestado|url=https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/balitambayan/balita/811710/suspek-sa-pambabato-sa-mrt3-na-ikinasugat-ng-1-pasahero-arestado/story/|work=GMA News|language=fil|date=21 November 2021|access-date=21 November 2021}}
See also
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Further reading
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- {{cite thesis |last=Vodička |first=Radek |date=2008 |title=Změna konstrukce stávající Kuželové převodovky tramvaje |trans-title=The modification of the construction of the existing bevel gearbox of tram |page=13 |url=https://dspace.tul.cz/bitstream/handle/15240/2630/mgr_15694.pdf?sequence=1&usg=AOvVaw3asDYbgtCFdAE4n9-6jnxO |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200524081229/https://dspace.tul.cz/bitstream/handle/15240/2630/mgr_15694.pdf?sequence=1&usg=AOvVaw3asDYbgtCFdAE4n9-6jnxO |archive-date=May 24, 2020 |url-status=live |format=PDF |access-date=May 24, 2020 | ref={{SfnRef|R. Vodička|2008}} }}
- {{cite report |author=Department of Transportation and Communications |author-link=Department of Transportation (Philippines) |date=March 2016 |title=Specifications |work=MRT–3 Capacity Expansion Project Lot 2: Upgrade of Ancillary Systems (Rebid) |volume=2 |url=http://dotr.gov.ph/images/Public_Bidding/CivilWorks/Rail_Sector/2016/Lot2_AncillarrySystem/REBID/volumes/Lot2VolumeII.compressed.pdf |access-date=May 31, 2020 |ref={{SfnRef|DOTC|2016}} }}
- {{Cite report |author=Department of Transportation and Communications |date=March 2013 |title=MRT3 System Temporary Maintenance Provider – One (1) Year |url=https://dotr.gov.ph/images/Public_Bidding/Goods/2013/Rail/MRT3SystemMaintenanceProvider/final%20pbd_mrt3%20maintenance%20prov.pdf |access-date=February 16, 2022 |ref={{SfnRef|DOTC|2013}}}}
- [https://dotcmrt3.gov.ph Official DOTC MRT3 Website] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161015085005/https://dotcmrt3.gov.ph/ |date=October 15, 2016 }}
- {{Cite AV media |author=Pražské tramvaje |date=2001 |title=RT8D5M |medium=Text and image gallery |language=cs |url=http://www.prazsketramvaje.cz/view.php?cisloclanku=2006041014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190119230958/http://www.prazsketramvaje.cz/view.php?cisloclanku=2006041014 |url-status=live |archive-date=January 19, 2019 |location=Prague |ISSN=1801-9994 |access-date=May 24, 2020}}
- {{Cite report |author=Department of Transportation and Communications |date=23 January 2015 |title=Procurement of Supply and Delivery of Sixty (60) Units Traction Motor |url=https://dotr.gov.ph/images/Public_Bidding/Goods/2015/Rail/MRT3_Rehab_CapacityExpansionPrjt/60units_traction_motors/bd.pdf |access-date=28 December 2021 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211228084428/https://dotr.gov.ph/images/Public_Bidding/Goods/2015/Rail/MRT3_Rehab_CapacityExpansionPrjt/60units_traction_motors/bd.pdf |archive-date=28 December 2021 |ref={{SfnRef|DOTC|2015}} }}
- [http://www.skd.cz Website of the tram manufacturer, ČKD]
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