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Quantum Accelerator (roller coaster)

Coordinates: 42°02′21″N 72°36′52″W / 42.0391°N 72.6145°W / 42.0391; -72.6145
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Quantum Accelerator
Six Flags New England
LocationSix Flags New England
Park sectionCrackaxle Canyon
Coordinates42°02′21″N 72°36′52″W / 42.0391°N 72.6145°W / 42.0391; -72.6145
StatusUnder construction
ReplacedGoliath
General statistics
TypeSteel – Launched – Motorbike
ManufacturerIntamin
ModelFamily Launch Coaster
Lift/launch systemDrive Tire Launch System
Length2,604 ft (794 m)
Speed45 mph (72 km/h)
Inversions0
Duration2:14
Capacity850 riders per hour
Trains2 trains with 8 cars. Riders are arranged 2 across in a single row for a total of 16 riders per train.
WebsiteOfficial site
Quantum Accelerator at RCDB

Quantum Accelerator is an upcoming steel family roller coaster located at Six Flags New England in Agawam, Massachusetts. Manufactured by Intamin, the Straddle coaster model is planned to open in 2025. Quantum Accelerator will feature two launches, a top speed of 45mph, and 11 air time moments. It will replace Goliath, which was removed from the park at the end of the 2021 season.

Announcement & Preparation

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Six Flags New England officially announced Quantum Accelerator on August 15, 2024. It is billed as New England's first double-launch straddle coaster.

The roller coaster will sit on the site of the former Goliath roller coaster. This ride was closed in 2019, and removed prior to the 2022 season.

The ride will open following construction in 2025.[1]

References

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  1. ^ Palma, Kristi. "A new steampunk-themed roller coaster is coming to Six Flags New England". boston.com. Retrieved August 16, 2024.