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The Thunderbolt - Ride Facts

CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION
Coaster Designer - Andrew E. Vettel Coaster
Coaster Manufacturer -
Original Year Erected - 1968*
Classification - Wood
General Description/Category - Out-and-Back
*The Thunderbolt began as The Pippin in 1924 (built by John A. Miller). The coaster was expanded in the middle.

DIMENSIONAL STATISTICS
Tallest Vertical Height - 70 feet
Maximum Drop - 90 feet
Maximum Speed - 55 Miles per Hour
Linear Length of Track - 3,250 feet
Ride Duration - 1 minute, 48 seconds
Number of Lift Hills - 1

TRAIN INFORMATION
Number of Trains - 2
Number of Cars per Train - 4
Number of Seats per Car - 3

OPERATION INFORMATION
Operating Status - Operating
Capacity per Hour

Minimum Height 52"
Thrill Level  4 
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