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Revision as of 22:39, 22 August 2009
| Vertical Roller Coaster | |
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| Type | Roller Coaster |
| Description | A roller coaster with wide cars, capable of doing vertical drops; this was unique in the original RollerCoaster Tycoon. |
| Cost | $3,276 upwards |
| Size | Large (actual size depends on construction) |
| Appearances | RCT, RCT2, RCT3 |
Construction
Track has a square-section steel spine, connected to the inside edges of tubular steel running rails. Supports are large square-section steel posts. Trains are held on the track by wheels above, below and outside the running rails.
Special Track Elements
- Banked Curves
- Steep Twist
- Banked Helix
- On-Ride Photo
- Vertical Drop
The 60° possible lift hill is also notable.
Constraints
- Banked Curves - 50° banking
- Maximum Track Slope - 90°
- Maximum Lift Hill Slope - 60°
- Maximum Height - 239 Feet
Vehicles
- Vertical Roller Coaster Cars
Other Information
Gives a smooth ride with limited scope for special track, but allows vertical track to be built.
Approximate Cost
$3,276 upwards