Hell Cat facts for kids
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The front of the train
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| Clementon Amusement Park | |
| Location | Clementon Amusement Park |
| Park section | Hell Cat |
| Coordinates | 39°48′07″N 74°59′05″W / 39.8020°N 74.9847°W |
| Status | Standing but not operating |
| Opening date | September 18, 2004 |
| Closing date | September 8, 2019 |
| Cost | $4,000,000 USD |
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| Type | Wood |
| Manufacturer | S&S – Sansei Technologies |
| Model | Wooden Coaster |
| Track layout | Out and Back Helix and Twister |
| Lift/launch system | Chain lift hill |
| Height | 110 ft (34 m) |
| Drop | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Length | 2,602 ft (793 m) |
| Speed | 56 mph (90 km/h) |
| Inversions | 0 |
| Duration | 1:30 |
| Max vertical angle | 62° |
| Capacity | 2560 riders per hour |
| Height restriction | 54 in (137 cm) |
| Hell Cat at RCDB | |
The Hell Cat is an exciting wooden roller coaster located at Clementon Amusement Park. It was built by a company called S&S Power. This thrilling ride is 2,602 feet long, which is about half a mile!
When you ride Hell Cat, you'll experience a drop of 105 feet. That's like falling from a 10-story building! The coaster can reach speeds of up to 56 miles per hour. The whole ride lasts about 1 minute and 30 seconds.
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The History of Hell Cat's Name
The roller coaster first opened in 2004. Back then, it had a different name: Tsunami. However, in 2005, its name was changed to J2. This change happened because of a very large ocean wave (a tsunami) that occurred in 2004.
Honoring an Old Coaster
The new name, J2, was chosen to remember an older roller coaster. This old ride was called the Jack Rabbit. It was built way back in 1919! The Jack Rabbit coaster was no longer working and was taken down in 2007.
A New Owner, A New Name
In 2008, the park got a new owner, Adrenaline Family Entertainment. With the new ownership, the roller coaster got its current name: Hell Cat.
Ride Experience and Features
The Hell Cat roller coaster has a special track design. It includes an "out and back helix" and a "twister" section. This means the track goes out, turns around in a spiral, and then twists back. The ride track goes around a picnic area in the park.
Smooth Rides and Safety
After the 2005 season, some parts of the track were replaced. This was done by a company called Great Coasters International. The goal was to make the ride smoother and more comfortable for everyone.
The coaster also has special brakes. These brakes are at the top of the first big drop. They gently slow the train down a little bit. This helps make the ride more comfortable and keeps the coaster in good shape for longer.
Amazing Views from the Top
If you ride Hell Cat on a clear day, you might get a special treat! As the train climbs the first big hill, you can see the skyline of Philadelphia in the distance. It's a cool view before the big drop!
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The lift hill
