Dive coaster to debut at Six Flags Great America

Six Flags Great America in Gurnee announced plans to debut the world’s steepest drop with the most inversions on a dive coaster.

Wrath of Rakshasa, towering at 180 feet, features a cliffhanger hold that suspends riders as they face straight down a 96-degree, beyond-vertical drop, before they plummet 171 feet, according to a company news release.

“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,” park President John Krajnak said in the release. “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.”

The new ride’s features include:

• Three sleek trains with three rows of passengers seated seven across

• 3,239 feet of track

• Five gravity-defying inversions

• Speeds of nearly 67 mph

Wrath of Rakshasa is a custom-designed dive roller coaster created by Bolliger & Mabillard. It is scheduled to make its debut in 2025 in the County Fair section of the park across from the roller coaster, Demon.

For updates on Wrath of Rakshasa, visit sixflags.com/greatamerica.

Six Flags Great America also is offering its biggest sale of the year. For a limited time, patrons can get up to 70% off tickets, passes and more now through Labor Day. For more information, visit sixflags.com/greatamerica.

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