Loch Ness Monster (roller coaster)

Loch Ness Monster
The interlocking vertical loops
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Location	Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Park section	Scotland
Coordinates	37°14′03″N 76°38′46″W
Status	Operating
Opening date	June 6, 1978
General statistics
Type	Steel
Manufacturer	Arrow Development
Designer	Ron Toomer
Model	Custom Looping Coaster
Track layout	Terrain
Lift/launch system	Two chain lift hills
Height	130 ft (40 m)
Drop	114 ft (35 m)
Length	3,240 ft (990 m)
Speed	60 mph (97 km/h)
Inversions	2
Duration	2:10
Max vertical angle	55°
Capacity	800 riders per hour
G-force	3.5
Height restriction	48 in (122 cm)
Loch Ness Monster at RCDB Pictures of Loch Ness Monster at RCDB

The Loch Ness Monster is a steel roller coaster at Busch Gardens Williamsburg in the U.S. state of Virginia. It was the world's first roller coaster to have interlocking loops. The ride is in the Scottish-themed area of the park. It also has a helix tunnel, two lift hills and a 114-foot (35 m) drop. This roller coaster is classified as an American Coaster Enthusiasts Coaster Landmark.