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Thirteen

Alton Towers

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This is the world's first vertical freefall drop roller coaster. The signature, surprise element of Thirteen takes place indoors in total darkness.

Roller Coaster Stats

Year Track Type Designer
2010 Steel Freeform, Freefall Drop Intamin
  • Height
    60
    feet
  • Drop
    56
    feet
  • Top Speed
    41
    miles per hour
  • G-force
    3
    G's
  • Ride Capacity
    1200
    riders per hour

Thirteen Facts & History

Features: Tire-drive lift hill, 16-foot (5-meter) Freefall in darkness

Opening date: March 20, 2010

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

Height requirement: Riders must be at least 47 inches tall

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