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Whirlwind

Knoebels Amusement Park

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Whirlwind was removed after the 2004 season.

Whirlwind is unique and best known its split corkscrew inversions. Designed by Netherlands based Vekoma International, Whirlwind was originally built at Playland Park (Rye, NY), where it operated from 1984 to 1992. After eight years of service Whirlwind was purchased by Knoebels and relocated in 1993. Whirlwind is the only adult-sized steel roller coaster at Knoebels.

Roller Coaster Stats

Year Track Type Designer
1984 Steel Corkscrew Vekoma International
  • Height
    64
    feet
  • Drop
    48
    feet
  • Length
    1,200
    feet
  • Top Speed
    37
    miles per hour
  • Inversions
    2
    upside down elements
  • Ride Time
    1 minutes, 20 seconds
    minutes : seconds
  • Number Of Trains
    2
     
  • Train Designer
    Arrow-Huss
     

Whirlwind Facts & History

Split Corkscrew; Relocated 1993 from Playland Park in Rye, New York; Removed after 2004 season.

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