Thunderbolt area·Roller coaster
Thunderbolt
Historic wooden terrain coaster with steep ravine drops and tight turns.
Roller coaster
High thrill
52"
min height
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Thunderbolt stats
- Manufacturer
- Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters
- Model
- Wooden terrain coaster
- Opened
- 1968
- Track length
- 3,250 ft
- Top speed
- 55 mph
- Height
- 70 ft
- Drop
- 90 ft
- Inversions
- 0
- Duration
- 1 min 50 sec
Thunderbolt is a 70-foot roller coaster at Kennywood that reaches 55 mph and drops 90 feet. It was built by Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters, opened in 1968 and lasts about 2 minutes. Riders must be at least 52 inches tall.
Before you ride
Strong lateral forces; riding partner required.
Expert tip (Nov 2026)
Ride with a partner, as the ride requires two riders per seat.
💡 Fun facts
- Originally opened as Pippin in 1924
- Reconfigured in 1968
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