The steepest steel rollercoaster in the world is in new jersey, but not where you might think

The Steepest Steel Rollercoaster in the World is in New Jersey, But Not Where You Might Think

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September 28, 2023
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RUTHERFORD, NJ – The title for the world’s steepest steel roller coaster now belongs to the TMNT Shellraiser, a surprising find not at Six Flags Great Adventure but at the Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park.

The TMNT Shellraiser opened its doors to thrill-seekers on October 25, 2019. The roller coaster features a 141-foot vertical lift hill, culminating in a descent with a curve angled at a staggering 121.5 degrees. In the world of roller coasters, a 90-degree descent is considered a vertical drop, meaning the Shellraiser’s descent angle signifies a partial inversion.

The steepest steel rollercoaster in the world is in new jersey, but not where you might think
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The coaster is a modified version of its predecessor, Takabisha. Both are categorized as 1000-series Euro-Fighter roller coasters and were designed by Gerstlauer Amusement Rides, a German engineering firm.

The TMNT Shellraiser’s record-setting design adds a unique attraction to the Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park in Rutherford, distinguishing it from other amusement parks in the United States, including Six Flags.

Phil Stilton

Phil Stilton

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