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- The gateway to the state of being forgotten, this rollercoaster towers over the surrounding area of X Sector in the most intimidating way possible. The incredibly slow and steep climb to the top creates tension like no other, then one sheer vertical drop later and you will be at the mercy of Oblivion, the world’s first vertical drop rollercoaster.
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Oblivion. The gateway to the state of being forgotten, this rollercoaster towers over the surrounding area of X Sector in the most intimidating way possible. The incredibly slow and steep climb to the top creates tension like no other, then one sheer vertical drop later and you will be at the mercy of Oblivion, the world’s first vertical drop ...
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Putting your body through an intense 4.5G drop, Oblivion is amongst the highest g force roller coasters in the UK. This iconic thrill ride saw the world’s introduction to the Dive Coaster. Going where no ride had gone before, this is the world’s first vertical drop roller coaster.
Oblivion is a steel roller coaster located at Alton Towers in Staffordshire, England. The prototype Dive Coaster model from Bolliger & Mabillard opened to the public on 14 March 1998 and was marketed as the "world's first vertical drop roller coaster".
Jul 30, 2023 · Oblivion was the world’s first vertical drop rollercoaster! Back in 1997 and early 1998, due to the intense secrecy surrounding the ride, it was near impossible to take construction photos of this project, code named Secret Weapon 4.
Over the years the ‘Secret Weapon’ codename has become synonymous with Alton Towers Resort’s largest developments. From the now iconic Nemesis, to the twists and turns of The Smiler, the SW name has delivered some of the most unique rides to the Resort.
Apr 6, 2024 · Here are 10 fun and fascinating facts about “Oblivion” at Alton Towers. 1. World’s First Dive Coaster: “Oblivion” opened at Alton Towers in 1998 as the world’s first vertical drop roller coaster, setting a new standard for thrill rides. 2. The Terrifying Plunge: The coaster features a straight-down vertical drop of 180 ft into a ...
Jul 29, 2022 · Explore Oblivion in 360° VR, the world's first B&M dive coaster. Filmed with permission from Alton Towers Resort in a controlled environment.
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