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Rolling Thunder

Six Flags Great Adventure

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Rolling Thunder was a dual-track, racing wooden coaster with ten hills to cruise. This roller coaster differed from the racers built for Kings Island and Kings Dominion since it featured two out and back, figure-8 tracks that are completely different. Unfortunately, Rolling Thunder closed forever on September 8, 2013 and has been demolished.

Roller Coaster Stats

Year Track Type Designer
1979 Wood Racer, Out and Back, Figure 8 Don Rosser, William Cobb
  • Height
    96
    feet
  • Drop
    85
    feet
  • Angle Of Descent
    45°
    degrees
  • Length
    3,200
    feet
  • Top Speed
    56
    miles per hour
  • Ride Time
    2 minute, 10 seconds
    minutes : seconds
  • Ride Capacity
    3840
    riders per hour
  • Number Of Trains
    4 - 24 passenger
     
  • Train Designer
    Philadelphia Toboggan Co.
     

Rolling Thunder Facts & History

September 8, 2013 – Final day of operation

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

Height requirement: Riders must be at least 44 inches tall

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