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King Cobra is no longer in operation.  It has been removed from the park for the 2002 season.  It's future is currently unknown.

RIP 1984-2001

 

Coaster Stats

Maximum Speed 50 mph
Lift Height 95 ft
First Drop Height ?
Track Length 2210 ft
Inversions 1
Maximum G-force ?
Number of Trains 2
Number of Passengers/train 24
Ride Time 2:00
Builder Togo
Date Opened 4/84
Cost $3 mil

Acres Covered: 2
Length of Construction: 10 months
Interesting Facts: King Cobra is the first stand-up looping coaster in America, designed specifically to transport riders in a standing position. The coaster weighs a total of 500 tons, or 1 million pounds of steel. Approximately 500 yards of concrete were used in the foundations. A total of 3,000 nuts and bolts were used.

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