Apollo 14
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| Status | Discontinued |
| Number built | 2 |
| Statistics | |
| Manufacturer | Schwarzkopf |
| Type | Chair-O-Plane |
| Hourly capacity | 900 |
| Area | 25 metres × 32 metres |
| Power consumption | 235 kW |
| Capacity | Five sets of four gondolas seating three riders each |
| Height | 24 metres |
Apollo 14 was a Schwarzkopf product, of which two were produced.
History
Initially, both units operated as travelling attractions in Germany, however this was found to be uneconomical. They were both sold to Ponypark in the Netherlands.[1] One unit, called Apollo remains at Ponypark (now called Attractiepark Slagharen). The other subsequently operated at Dreamland Margate, Lightwater Valley, Loudoun Castle and is now listed for sale since Loudoun Castle closed in 2010.[2]
Design
The ride consisted of a 59.1 foot wide moon surrounded by five pillars. Each pillar has four gondolas. During the ride, each set of gondolas would spin in a motion similar to that of a Ferris Wheel, while moving up the pillar. Both units were eventually converted to chair-o-planes.
Specification
The following specifications apply to the original product:[3]
- Maximum height reached by riders: 36.1 feet
- Diameter of moon: 59.1 feet
- Mass: 142 tons