Hypersonic XLC

The Hypersonic XLC roller coaster stretched across 1,560 feet of track and reached heights of 165 feet with a 133-foot vertical drop at Kings Dominion.

Opening in March 2001, this S&S Worldwide creation marked a milestone as the first compressed air launch coaster in the world, requiring 60 trucks to transport from Utah.

The introduction of Hypersonic XLC represented a shift in roller coaster technology, demonstrating the evolution of thrill rides in American amusement parks at the start of the millennium.

The coaster's compressed air launch system propelled riders from zero to 80 miles per hour in 1.8 seconds, with trains configured to hold eight passengers in four rows.

Despite its groundbreaking technology, the coaster faced multiple operational challenges, leading to its closure and dismantling in January 2008 after seven years of service.

Location: Virginia

Part of: Kings Dominion

GPS coordinates: 37.83720,-77.44600

Latest update: May 11, 2025 18:33