Wabash Cannonball, Steel roller coaster at Opryland USA in Nashville, United States
The Wabash Cannonball was a steel roller coaster at Opryland USA with a 70-foot lift hill and two consecutive looping inversions. The ride reached speeds of 50 miles per hour (80 kilometers per hour) and covered a 1,250-foot (380-meter) track with sharp turns and steep descents.
Arrow Development built this steel roller coaster in 1975 at Opryland USA, where it operated until the park's closure in 1997. It served as a signature attraction at the venue for more than two decades.
The name comes from a classic American folk song about a steam locomotive, connecting to Nashville's strong music roots. This reference to the railroad ballad gave the ride a connection to the broader cultural landscape of the region.
The ride was known for its intense maneuvers and appealed to experienced thrill-seekers. The attraction processed around 480 riders per hour at peak capacity, which meant wait times could be substantial during busy periods at the park.
For many years, this was the only roller coaster with an inversion among the park's five coasters. This distinction made it a special draw for park visitors seeking more intense thrills.
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