Tuesday, February 16, 2016

SeaWorld Orlando Reveals Mako's Sleek Train Design


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SeaWorld Orlando recently received a special delivery for Mako, the park's new B&M hyper coaster.  The ride's trains started arriving and the park was proud to show them off at a small media event today.  To keep the suspense, the park had hidden the lead car from one of the trains inside this giant box.

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As the park lifted the giant faux shipping crate the sharp design of the 200 foot tall coaster's train was revealed.  Since the ride has an overall shark theme, the lead car features detailing that is meant to remind riders of the Mako sharks that give the coaster its name.  When completed Mako will be the tallest, longest and fastest roller coaster in the Orlando area.

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This close up view of the car shows the theming that evokes the shark appearance.  This lead car will eventually be flying around the nearly mile-long track at 73 miles per hour.

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Here is a real "beauty shot" of the entire lead car.  According to SeaWorld Orlando the trains were designed "in a collaboration between SeaWorld’s animal experts and ride engineers."  "The car is inspired by the physiology of an actual Mako shark, including five gills on each side, eye placement and sleek, hydro-dynamic look."  The running wheels that can be seen on the underside of the car are designed with a "special compound" that reduces friction and helps create a faster ride.

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Mako will feature three trains when it opens, each with seven rows of four passengers for a total of 28 riders.  The trains feature the extremely comfortable seats that B&M are known for, with lap-bar only restraints that keep riders firmly, yet comfortably, in their seats.

Mako, which the park says is "engineered for speed," is planned to open in time for the busy Summer season.


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