Shockwave, Steel stand-up roller coaster at Kings Dominion, Virginia
The Shockwave roller coaster features a vertical loop and reaches speeds of 50 miles per hour along its 2,231-foot steel track.
Japanese manufacturer Togo constructed this $4 million attraction in 1986, marking the third stand-up roller coaster installation in North America.
During its operation from 1986 to 2015, the roller coaster carried more than 22 million visitors through its thrilling steel track configuration.
The roller coaster accommodates 24 riders per train with two trains operating simultaneously, allowing 960 passengers to experience the attraction each hour.
The station floor incorporates a tilting mechanism that eliminates the need for propulsion during train dispatch from the loading area.
Location: Virginia
Part of: Kings Dominion
GPS coordinates: 37.83860,-77.44470
Latest update: May 12, 2025 16:30
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