Iron Dragon
Standing tall underneath the first hill of the mighty Mantis, Iron Dragon is another great ride for the intermediate roller coaster enthusiast. Guests aboard Iron Dragon are taken high above the treetops, around swooping turns and over a misty lagoon that leaves them looking for the Lake Erie monster.
In 20 years, Iron Dragon has given nearly 36 million rides, with 1,434,393 riding in 2007. Guests must be at least 46 inches tall to ride.
Rider Safety Guide
- Iron Dragon is a suspended roller coaster with cars that hang down from the track and swing out to the sides as the ride drops and turns. The shoulder harness must be fastened and tightened securely at all times. Special Access Entrance is via the exit flight of steps to second-story station. Please leave wheelchair on midway.
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All The Details
Design
| Capacity | Approximately 2,000 riders per hour |
| Model | Suspended coaster with individual four-passenger cars |
| Ride Time | Approximately 2 minutes |
| Speed | 35-40 mph |
| Structure | Steel tubular track supported by 137 columns |
Manufacturing
| Investment | $4 million |
| Manufacturer | Arrow Dynamics Inc., Clearfield, Utah |
Physical Dimensions
| Lift Height | 76 feet |
| Track Length | 2,800 feet |
| 2nd Lift Height | 62 feet |
Vehicles
| Coaches | Three 28-passenger trains
Each train consists of seven four-passenger cars |
| Number of Trains | 3 |
| Vehicle Design | Shoulder harnesses secure riders |
Ridership
| 2007 | 1,434,393 |
| 2006 | 1,504,490 |
| 2005 | 1,639,672 |
| 2004 | 1,685,520 |
| 2003 | 1,720,054 |
| 2002 | 1,754,974 |
| 2001 | 1,680,269 |
| 2000 | 1,679,303 |
| 1999 | 1,649,435 |
| 1998 | 1,737,578 |
| 1997 | 1,770,718 |
| 1996 | 1,763,773 |
