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, was the only production model in existence, opening in 2001 as well. It was once the fastest roller coaster in the world and held the record of the world's fastest acceleration on a roller coaster throughout its existence. Both models have since closed, and were originally fabricated by Intermountain Lift, Inc.

Prototype

The prototype Thrust Air 2000 was made in 1999 at the S&S Power plant in Utah. That prototype was bought by Paramount directly from the plant and then built at Kings Dominion.

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* Height: . * Climb: 90 degrees * Drop: 90 degrees * Acceleration: 0-80 mph (0-128.7 km/h) in 1.8 sec * Top Speed: about * Launch System: Ingersoll-Rand screw type compressor * Track layout: ''Out-and-back'' roller coaster * Track type: I-beam

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Thrust Air 2000

Hypersonic XLC

Official website
Launched roller coasters Amusement rides based on rail transport Roller coasters manufactured by S&S – Sansei Technologies {{amusement-ride-stub

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