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Comet

Hersheypark

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Herbert Paul Schmeck designed this "double out and back" wooden roller coaster for in 1946. While slightly modified during a remodel in 1978, the Comet roller coaster continues to be a top attraction on the midway at Hersheypark.

Roller Coaster Stats

Year Track Type Designer
1946 Wood Double Out and Back Herb Schmeck, PTC
  • Height
    82
    feet
  • Drop
    78
    feet
  • Length
    3,360
    feet
  • Top Speed
    50
    miles per hour
  • Ride Time
    1 minute, 45 seconds
    minutes : seconds
  • Ride Capacity
    830
    riders per hour
  • Number Of Trains
    2 - 24 passenger
     
  • Train Designer
    Philadelphia Toboggan Co.
     

Comet Facts & History

Train has four cars with three rows each, seating two abreast per row.

Height requirement: Riders must be at least 42 inches tall with an adult or 48 inches to ride alone

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