Six Flags Great America today announced plans to open Wrath of Rakshasa, a Bolliger & Mabillard (B&M) dive coaster standing 180 feet tall, with a record-breaking 96-degree drop and five inversions.
Wrath of Rakshasa Stats
- Three trains with three rows of passengers seated seven across
- 3,239 feet of track
- 171-foot-drop at 96 degrees (beyond vertical)
- Five inversions
- Top speed of 67 mph
Wrath of Rakshasa Layout
Watch an animated video of Wrath of Rakshasa below:
Wrath of Rakshasa will feature five inversions:
- Immelmann
- Dive loop
- Zero-G roll
- Corkscrew
- Barrel roll
According to the animated preview of Wrath of Rakshasa, the park’s Demon Arrow looping coaster will not be retired (as was rumored).
Wrath of Rakshasa will be Six Flags Great America’s 16th roller coaster.
“Six Flags Great America continues to push the limits of innovation and thrills, as we introduce the world’s steepest drop with the most inversions on a dive coaster,” said Park President John Krajnak.
“Wrath of Rakshasa joins our already impressive lineup of record-breaking roller coasters and attractions at the park, demonstrating our commitment to delivering cutting-edge experiences for our guests.”
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This is a beautiful dive coaster. I am very jealous it is not in my home park. I hope it runs smoother than this year’s B&Ms. It looks like the most complete dive coaster and I think it is the lack of a mid course brake run. Don’t think they do much to help the capacity of these rides anyways.