(Images provided by Dorney Park)

Construction continues as crews assemble first inversion 

ALLENTOWN, PA (January 5, 2024) – Dorney Park, one of the leading amusement parks in the region, is thrilled to announce that a train for its highly anticipated roller coaster, Iron Menace has arrived in South Whitehall Township, Pennsylvania.

The park’s public relations team captured the moment the train was pulled from a trailer not long after it arrived on Wednesday.

In addition to the train’s arrival, construction is well underway on the coaster’s first inversion. The Immelmann assembly marks a major step forward in the coaster’s development, showcasing the park’s commitment to delivering unforgettable experiences to its guests.

From the Immelmann, crews will assemble the barrel roll, followed by the first of its kind tilted loop.

“It has been so exciting to watch the Iron Menace construction process unfold. Getting to see the train here on our property and watching the track come together is surreal,” said Ryan Eldredge, Dorney Park’s Communications and Public Relations Manager. “We cannot wait to share this roller coaster with our guests and the world.”

Dorney Park is dedicated to keeping its guests informed about the ongoing construction of Iron Menace. Regular updates will be provided as the project continues to unfold. Visitors can look forward to being part of history as they prepare to embark on an unforgettable adventure filled with twists, turns, and heart-pounding drops.

For more information and updates on Iron Menace, please visit Dorney Park’s official website at www.dorneypark.com or follow them on social media.

BACKGROUND: The Iron Menace, the Northeast’s first-ever dive roller coaster, opening in 2024, will be the first new coaster built at Dorney in 19 years.

Riders of Iron Menace will start their exhilarating journey in the remains of an old steel mill and then climb 160 feet where they’ll hang over the beyond-vertical first drop before diving into the first of four mind-bending inversions.

With nearly 2,200 feet of steel track, this awe-inspiring roller coaster will feature a unique “hold and dive” element, where riders will find themselves hanging on the edge of their seats, breathlessly awaiting the heart-pounding 95-degree, 152-foot drop.

With speeds up to 64 miles per hour, Iron Menace will boast the first-ever tilted loop on a dive coaster. After the initial, beastly drop, the train will pull up sharply and flip 180 degrees in an Immelmann inversion. A zero g-roll will dish out a 360-degree inversion in wild weightlessness, while the tilted loop and a 360-degree corkscrew spin will leave riders wondering which way is up. 

About Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom
Since 1884, Dorney Park has been the place families and friends have come to gather for a day of FUN. With more than 60 rides, shows, attractions, an area made just for kids, and a waterpark, Dorney Park has AMAZING fun for everyone. Only at Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom will you find the most exciting and thrilling things to do in Allentown, PA, with over 60 world-class rides, one of the northeast’s largest waterparks, live entertainment, thrills for the little ones at Planet Snoopy, and amusement park favorite foods including a build-your-own funnel cake bar. Family-friendly special events will keep you coming back for new ways to play all season long.

About Cedar Fair Entertainment Company
Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom is owned and operated by Cedar Fair Entertainment Company (NYSE: FUN), a publicly traded partnership and one of the largest regional amusement-resort operators in the world. For more information, see www.cedarfair.com.

 

Information provided to TVL by:
Ryan Eldredge