Steel Dragon 2000, Steel roller coaster at Nagashima Spa Land in Kuwana, Japan.
Steel Dragon 2000 is a steel roller coaster at Nagashima Spa Land in Kuwana that runs along a track measuring 2479 meters and climbs to a height of 97 meters. The ride begins with a 66-degree drop and carries passengers through a series of descents and turns across the park grounds.
The roller coaster opened in 2000 as part of an expansion of the amusement park that had developed on the site of a hot spring resort. Construction used steel frameworks designed for earthquake safety in the region.
The name Steel Dragon reflects Japanese mythology while incorporating the millennium year of construction and the steel manufacturing process.
The ride suits people who feel comfortable with fast speeds and steep drops, and it has height and health restrictions in place. Wait times can be longer on weekends and during holiday periods, so arriving early in the day or on weekdays helps.
The track length of this coaster surpasses most other steel roller coasters worldwide and offers a ride lasting over four minutes. The record for this category has been held since opening day.
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