Ride
Unlike Pirate ship rides that let gravity to control the ride, Xcalibur motion is controlled. Xcalibur's speed and direction is determined by motors located in the hub of the ride at the top of the leg supports. Xcalibur is manufactured by Nauta Bussnik Baily. The spinning ride is 113 feet (34 m) tall. It has 16 gondolas and can carry 64 people per ride.
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