American Thunder

Height
82 ft
Speed
48 mph
Length
2,713 ft
American Thunder is a wooden roller coaster that utilizes a chain lift hill to reach its peak elevation before descending into a series of rapid turns and hills. The layout features numerous directional changes and banked curves that maintain a consistent pace throughout the circuit. Riders travel in articulating trains designed to navigate the tight tracking of the wooden structure. The experience emphasizes airtime and lateral forces through a compact, twisting footprint.

Technical Specifications

StatusOperating
TypeWooden
PropulsionChain Lift
Opened2008
ManufacturerGreat Coasters International
DesignerJeff Pike
Height82 ft
Drop80 ft
Max Speed48 mph
Length2,713 ft