Infinity Coaster

The 16 seat trains navigate a dive loop element on The Smiler

The Gerstlauer Infinity Coaster is a roller coaster design by Gerstlauer. A variant of the popular Euro-Fighter model, the Infinity Coaster allows for higher capacity through longer trains. The coaster also features a magnetic rollback system on rides with lifthills, to allow for easier evacuation of riders in breakdown situations. The ride car can now roll backwards with the magnetic fins deployed and the lift motor in reverse.[1]

The first Infinity Coaster was The Smiler at Alton Towers in the UK, opened in 2013.

Another Infinity Coaster is The Monster, located at Adventureland in Altoona, Iowa. It opened in 2016, and until HangTime opened in 2018, it was only one of its kind in the U.S. It was the first roller coaster added to the park since 1996.

Installations

NameModelParkOpenedStatusRef(s)
The SmilerModel 1170Alton TowersMay 31, 2013Operating
KarachoLaunched 700Erlebnispark TripsdrillJuly 10, 2013Operating
JunkerCustomPowerParkMay 30, 2015Operating
Der Schwur des KärnanCustomHansa ParkJuly 1, 2015Operating
The MonsterCustomAdventurelandJune 4, 2016Operating
Madagascar Mad PursuitCustomMotiongate Dubai2017Operating
Gold RushCustomAttractiepark SlagharenApril 13, 2017Operating
HangTimeCustom Knott's Berry FarmMay 18, 2018Operating
unknown Custom Walibi Rhône-Alpes May 2019 Under Construction

References

  1. ↑ "Gerstlauer Infinity Coaster". Retrieved 2013-09-13.
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