Ninja (Six Flags Magic Mountain) facts for kids
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| Six Flags Magic Mountain | |
| Location | Six Flags Magic Mountain |
| Park section | Samurai Summit |
| Coordinates | 34°25′20″N 118°35′54″W / 34.42222°N 118.59833°W |
| Status | Operating |
| Opening date | May 21, 1988 |
| Cost | $6 Million USA |
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| Type | Steel – Suspended |
| Manufacturer | Arrow Dynamics |
| Designer | Arrow Dynamics |
| Model | Suspended Coaster |
| Track layout | Terrain |
| Lift/launch system | Chain lift hill |
| Height | 60 ft (18 m) |
| Drop | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Length | 2,700 ft (820 m) |
| Speed | 55 mph (89 km/h) |
| Inversions | 0 |
| Duration | 1:30 |
| Max vertical angle | 36° |
| Capacity | 1,600 riders per hour |
| G-force | 2.9 |
| Height restriction | 42 in (107 cm) |
| Trains | 3 trains with 7 cars. Riders are arranged 2 across in 2 rows for a total of 28 riders per train. |
 Flash Pass available |
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 Must transfer from wheelchair |
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| Ninja at RCDB | |
Ninja is an exciting steel suspended roller coaster found at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, California. What makes it special is that the ride vehicles hang below the track, letting your feet swing freely! It's tied with Vortex at Canada's Wonderland as the fastest suspended roller coaster globally. Both coasters reach thrilling speeds of 55 miles per hour (89 km/h).
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Ninja Roller Coaster: A Look Back
This section explores the history of the Ninja roller coaster. Learn when it opened and what makes its design unique.
Opening Day and Location
Six Flags Magic Mountain first announced the Ninja roller coaster on December 9, 1987. The ride officially opened its doors to visitors on May 21, 1988. You can find Ninja in the Samurai Summit area of the park. This area is known for its cool, themed attractions.
Unique Features of Ninja
Ninja was one of the first suspended coasters made by Arrow Dynamics. It was the fifth of ten such rides built by the company. One interesting thing about Ninja is that it has two lift hills. Most roller coasters only have one. The first lift hill starts your adventure. A second one helps bring the train back up to the station at the end.
The Station Building's Past
The building where you board Ninja has a cool history. It used to be the top station for the park's Dragon tram. This tram carried guests up and down the hillside. It closed in 1981, but you can still see its old lower station nearby.
Where Are Other Suspended Coasters?
Ninja is the only Arrow Dynamics suspended coaster located west of the Mississippi River. The other three suspended coasters in North America are all found east of the Mississippi. These include Vortex at Canada's Wonderland, Iron Dragon at Cedar Point, and The Bat at Kings Island.
Japanese-Inspired Design
The Ninja station building has a unique design. It looks like traditional Japanese architecture. Inside, you'll see large pictures of classic Japanese woodblock prints. These prints show famous Kabuki actors from the Edo period, many by the artist Tōshūsai Sharaku.
New Trains and Updates
After Six Flags Astroworld closed in 2005, Ninja got an upgrade. The trains from Astroworld's suspended coaster, XLR-8, were brought to Six Flags Magic Mountain. These trains are now used on Ninja. In 2007, Ninja got a fresh new look. The track was repainted bright red, and the supports became white. In 2008, Six Flags Magic Mountain also installed a new control system for the ride.
