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Shockwave

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Six Flags Over Texas

This is another masterpiece from coaster designer Anton Schwarzkopf. The coaster begins with a 40-foot drop into two consecutive vertical loops followed by a double out and back layout of multiple drops that offer plenty of airtime. It's no surprise that Shockwave is loved by coaster enthusiasts.

Shockwave Details

Year Track Type Designer
1978 Steel Looping Anton Schwarzkopf

Roller Coaster Stats

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Height: 116 feet Drop: 40 feet
Top Speed: 60 mph G-force: 5.9 G's
Length: 3,500 feet Inversions: 2
Trains: 3 - 28 passengers Ride Time: 2 minutes

More Facts About Shockwave

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Six Flags claims that this is the very first roller coaster to feature two consecutive vertical loops.

Where to Coast

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See: Six Flags Over Texas

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