Superman Krypton Coaster
| DC Universe | |
| 54" Height Requirement | |
| Over-the-Shoulder Restraints | |
| High Thrill |
| Flash Pass Attraction | |
| Ride Lockers | |
| On-Ride Photos | |
| Opened | March 11, 2000 |
| Ride Type | Steel Floorless Coaster |
| Ride Height | 168 Feet |
| Track Length | 4,025 Feet |
| Top Speed | 70 MPH |
| Inversions | 6 |
| Trains | 3 |
| Cars Per Train | 8 |
| Riders Per Car | 4 |
| Manufacturer | Bolliger & Mabillard |
| Track Color | Red |
| Support Color | Blue |
Record-Breaking Changes in Design
The Superman Krypton Coaster enjoyed today does not fully match up with its original concept and design. Prior to construction, Superman Krypton Coaster was designed to feature dive loop that stood 96 feet tall and vertical loop that stood 114 feet tall. In all, the original ride concept featured seven inversions. After the ride was announced, Superman Krypton Coaster’s overall design was altered. The dive loop was eventually scrapped with the ride’s main vertical loop heightened to a record-breaking 145 feet tall.
Superman Krypton Coaster is nestled along the park’s quarry wall.
One of Superman Krypton Coaster’s six inversions.
Superman Krypton Coaster stands 168 feet tall.
Superman Krypton Coaster’s custom layout integrates into the quarry wall.
Superman Krypton Coaster was introduced for the park’s 2000 season.
Superman Krypton Coaster reaches speeds of 70 miles per hour.
Breaking Records, Virtual Reality
When Superman Krypton Coaster opened in 2000, it was one of the first floorless roller coasters in existence.The attraction had the world's tallest vertical loop found on any roller coaster, standing at 145 feet tall, until 2013 when Full Throttle was introduced at Magic Mountain. As of today, Superman Krypton Coaster is still one of the tallest floorless roller coasters in the world. The ride has been received well by guests and ranked in the top 25 of Amusement Today’s Golden Ticket Awards for “Best Steel Roller Coaster” in 2002 and 2003.
In the mid-2010s, the concept of virtual reality features on high-thrill attractions was taking over the Six Flags chain. By the summer of 2016, Superman Krypton Coaster took on the brand new virtual reality technology and transported riders into the fantasy world of Metropolis. During the lift hill ascent, riders would encounter Lex Luthor and his anti-gravity gun. As soon as Superman would destroy the gun, riders were sent plunging down the first drop. Throughout the inversions, twists and turns, Superman and riders were tasked with destroying Lexbots prior to returning to the season. The virtual reality concept was a limited engagement and did not return after the summer of 2016.
Superman Krypton Coaster features a 145-foot tall vertical loop.
A look at Superman Krypton Coaster’s vertical loop from the quarry wall.
The roller coaster features over-the-shoulder restraints.
Superman Krypton Coaster is located in the park’s DC Universe section.
Ride History
2016
A virtual reality headset feature is added to Superman Krypton Coaster and operates during the summer months.
2015
Superman Krypton Coaster is repainted with red track and blue supports.