HyperSonic XLC
(Defunct) Kings Dominion
Ride type | Launch Coaster |
Builder | S&S Worldwide |
Model | Thrust Air Coaster |
Current status | Defunct |
Opening date | 03/24/2001 |
Closing year | 2007 |
Track length | 1560 ' |
Maximum speed | 80 mph |
Height | 165 ' |
Highest drop | 133 ' |
Angle of descent | 90 degrees. |
Riding time | 2:00 min. |
Coaches | four rows of two |
Number of trains | 1 |
Capacity | 960 riders/hour |
Riding restrictions | At least 54 " |
HyperSonic XLC is the world's first compressed-air launch coaster. Unique acceleration, zero gravity airtime and free-fall sensations combine to make HyperSonic an incredible coaster experience. Pneumatic tires and specially designed shock absorbers provide an unbelievably smooth ride that must be experienced.