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Ultra Twister

Six Flags Astroworld

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Ultra Twister is the only barrel-roll roller coaster in North America. This roller coaster begins with a steep descent down nine stories at an 87-degree angle before it continues along 1,421 feet of steel track and three heartline rolls.

Roller Coaster Stats

Year Track Type Designer
1987 Steel Pipeline, Multielement Togo
  • Height
    97
    feet
  • Drop
    92
    feet
  • Angle Of Descent
    87°
    degrees
  • Length
    1,421
    feet
  • Top Speed
    44
    miles per hour
  • Inversions
    3
    upside down elements
  • Ride Time
    1 minute, 40 seconds
    minutes : seconds
  • Number Of Trains
    7 - 6 passenger
     

Ultra Twister Facts & History

1987 - Ultra Twister opens at Six Flags Great Adventure.1990 - Relocated to Six Flags Astroworld where it remains a one-of-a-kind coaster in North America.October 30, 2005 - Ultra Twister ended its run at Six Flags Astroworld when the park closed its gates forever.

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