Silver Dollar City announced this morning the construction of a $26 million roller coaster, scheduled to open in spring of 2018.
Brad Thomas, president of the Branson, Mo., theme park, said the ride has been named Time Traveler. Designed by Mack Rides of Germany, the coaster breaks several records, he said:
• Fastest -- with a top speed of 50.3 mph
• Steepest -- with a 10-story, 90 degree vertical drop
• Tallest -- custom designed for mountainous terrain
• Three inversions -- a dive loop, a vertical loop and a zero G roll
• Vertical loop -- A 95 foot vertical loop
• Double launch -- 0 to 47 mph in 3 seconds and 30 to 45 mph in 3.5 seconds
"This coaster's state-of-the-art controlled spin feature provides riders a unique thrill experience while still appealing to families," said Thomas. "Since Silver Dollar City's opening day in 1960, guests have taken a journey back in time with unique and world-class experiences. We strive daily to continue that tradition through our rides, our festivals, our crafts and our food. That pursuit continues in 2018 with Time Traveler -- 'a revolutionary coaster ahead of our time.'"
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Features on 08/16/2017