Wonder Wheel
| Name | Wonder Wheel |
|---|---|
| Height | 45.7m (150ft) |
| Diameter | 41m (135ft) |
| Opened | 1920 |
| Closed | |
| Country | USA |
| Location | Coney Island; New York City |
| Number of Cabins | 24 |
| Passengers per Cabin | 6 |
| Seating Capacity | 144 |
| Hourly Capacity | 864 |
| Ride Duration (minutes) | 10 |
| Climate Controlled | No |
| Construction Cost | Unknown |
| Status | Operating |
| Design/Manufacturer | Eccentric Ferris Wheel Company |
| Type | Eccentric |
| Number of Turns (Rotations) Per Ride | 2 |
| VIP Area | No |
| Ticket Cost to Ride | 7 |
| Official Website | http://www.wonderwheel.com/ |
Additional Notes: The Wonder Wheel was named an Official New York City Landmark in 1989. It was the first and one of only two eccentric Ferris wheels ever created. The Wonder Wheel opened on 1920 in Coney Island; New York City, USA. The observation wheel is 150 feet tall. There are 24 cabins capable of holding up to 6 people at one time resulting in a seating capacity of 144 passengers. The duration of the ride is 10 minutes, resulting in a total capacity of 864 people per hour.
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