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Weight drop launch
Found on some versions of the Schwarzkopf Shuttle Loop roller coasters. The weight drop launch uses a large weight attached by steel cables to pulleys that when released pulls the train from the station, accelerating it to its top speed. Also see: Catapult Launch, Compressed Air Launch, Flywheel Launch, LIM and LSM.
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- Industry/Domain: Entertainment
- Category: Amusement parks
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