Coaster Classic Corner-Thunderbolt

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Roller Coaster:Thunderbolt (3/27/1968 to ?)
Pippin (1924 to 1967)

Amusement Park:Kennywood
Classification:Roller Coaster
Type:Wood - Sit Down
Status:Operating since 1924
Builder:Andy Vettel
Categories:ACE Coaster Classic
Track layout:Terrain

Length:2887'
Height:70'
Drop:95'
Inversions:0
Speed:55 mph
Duration:1:41

Trains:3 trains with 4 cars per train. Riders are arranged 2 across in 3 rows for a total of 24 riders per train.Built by National Amusement Device Company

History:The Thunderbolt opened 3/27/68 as a major expansion of the Pippin coaster built in 1924 by John Miller.

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