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Tiger Terror

Just like on the lift hill, the flat section of track in the loading platform is equipped with motorized tires to pull the train through the station.  And since there aren't any brakes on the ride, when the motors are de-energized, they provide enough drag to stop the train.

How does a roller coaster work?

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