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The [[Bussink Design]] '''R80XL''' is a type of giant [[Ferris wheel]]. It was designed by Bussink Design founder<ref>[http://www.attractionsmanagement.com/detail1.cfm?subject=product&codeID=304948&pagetype=detail&site=AM&dom=N Bussink Design has installed the R80XL Giant Observation Wheel in Munich]</ref> and CEO Ronald Bussink.<ref>[http://www.r80xl.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=10&cntnt01returnid=58 as ist Münchens Riesen-Riesenrad]</ref><ref>[http://www.r80xl.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=9&cntnt01returnid=58 Münchner bauen Rekord-Riesenrad]</ref> Manufactured under licence from [[Bussink Design GmbH]] of Switzerland by [[Maurer German Wheels]] and [[Chance American Wheels]], it is offered in transportable (SP) and fixed (SV) versions, both with a height of approximately {{Convert|78|m|ft|0}}. |
The [[Bussink Design]] '''R80XL''' is a type of giant [[Ferris wheel]]. It was designed by Bussink Design founder<ref>[http://www.attractionsmanagement.com/detail1.cfm?subject=product&codeID=304948&pagetype=detail&site=AM&dom=N Bussink Design has installed the R80XL Giant Observation Wheel in Munich]</ref> and CEO Ronald Bussink.<ref>[http://www.r80xl.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=10&cntnt01returnid=58 as ist Münchens Riesen-Riesenrad]</ref><ref>[http://www.r80xl.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=9&cntnt01returnid=58 Münchner bauen Rekord-Riesenrad]</ref> Manufactured under licence from [[Bussink Design GmbH]] of Switzerland by [[Maurer German Wheels]] and [[Chance American Wheels]], it is offered in transportable (SP) and fixed (SV) versions, both with a height of approximately {{Convert|78|m|ft|0}}. |
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The R80XL SP is {{As of|2013|alt=currently}} the world's tallest transportable Ferris wheel.<ref name=r80xlpress&media>[http://www.r80xl.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=6&cntnt01returnid=62 Bussink Design sets new World Record with R80 XL!]</ref><ref name=parkworld>[http://www.parkworld-online.com/news/fullstory.php/aid/2446/Bussink_launches_world_s_tallest_transportable_Ferris_Wheel_.html Bussink launches world's tallest transportable Ferris Wheel]</ref><ref name=hitech>[http://www.hitech.at/2013/01/17/riesenrad-r80xl/ Ferris R80XL]</ref><ref>[http://www.sueddeutsche.de/muenchen/weltweit-groesstes-mobiles-riesenrad-muenchen-dreht-ein-grosses-ding-1.1568137 München dreht ein großes Ding]</ref> |
The R80XL SP is {{As of|2013|alt=currently}} the world's tallest-ever transportable Ferris wheel.<ref name=r80xlpress&media>[http://www.r80xl.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=6&cntnt01returnid=62 Bussink Design sets new World Record with R80 XL!]</ref><ref name=parkworld>[http://www.parkworld-online.com/news/fullstory.php/aid/2446/Bussink_launches_world_s_tallest_transportable_Ferris_Wheel_.html Bussink launches world's tallest transportable Ferris Wheel]</ref><ref name=hitech>[http://www.hitech.at/2013/01/17/riesenrad-r80xl/ Ferris R80XL]</ref><ref>[http://www.sueddeutsche.de/muenchen/weltweit-groesstes-mobiles-riesenrad-muenchen-dreht-ein-grosses-ding-1.1568137 München dreht ein großes Ding]</ref> |
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== Versions == |
== Versions == |
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The R80XL SP is fully transportable and intended for operation at multiple locations. Transportation requires approximately 60 specially adapted standard [[ISO container]]s.<ref name=r80xlpress&media/> |
The R80XL SP is fully transportable and intended for operation at multiple locations. Transportation requires approximately 60 specially adapted standard [[ISO container]]s.<ref name=r80xlpress&media/> |
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== Specifications == |
== Specifications == |
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According to the Technical Details pages<ref>[http://www.r80xl.com/index.php?page=transportable-version Technical Details - Transportable Version]</ref><ref>[http://www.r80xl.com/index.php?page=stationary-version Technical Details - Stationary Version]</ref> of the r80xl.com website, both the transportable and fixed versions of the R80XL have an overall height of "± 78 m", a diameter of "± 74 m", and a main axle height of "± 40 m". |
According to the Technical Details pages<ref>[http://www.r80xl.com/index.php?page=transportable-version Technical Details - Transportable Version]</ref><ref>[http://www.r80xl.com/index.php?page=stationary-version Technical Details - Stationary Version]</ref> of the r80xl.com website, both the transportable and fixed versions of the R80XL have an overall height of "± 78 m", a diameter of "± 74 m", and a main axle height of "± 40 m". |
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== Manufacturers == |
== Manufacturers == |
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[[Maurer German Wheels]], a subsidiary of [[Maurer Söhne]], holds an exclusive license to manufacture the R80XL in Europe. Maurer produced the first example of the R80XL at its factory in Munich, and erected it there late in 2012 prior to its delivery to a customer in Mexico. On Friday January 11, 2013, members of the press and media were invited by Maurer German Wheels and Bussink Design to experience the R80XL first hand. Various team members, including Ronald Bussink, were present.<ref name=r80xlpress&media/> |
[[Maurer German Wheels]], a subsidiary of [[Maurer Söhne]], holds an exclusive license to manufacture the R80XL in Europe. Maurer produced the first example of the R80XL at its factory in Munich, and erected it there late in 2012 prior to its delivery to a customer in Mexico. On Friday January 11, 2013, members of the press and media were invited by Maurer German Wheels and Bussink Design to experience the R80XL first hand. Various team members, including Ronald Bussink, were present.<ref name=r80xlpress&media/> |
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Revision as of 18:30, 23 October 2013
The Bussink Design R80XL is a type of giant Ferris wheel. It was designed by Bussink Design founder[1] and CEO Ronald Bussink.[2][3] Manufactured under licence from Bussink Design GmbH of Switzerland by Maurer German Wheels and Chance American Wheels, it is offered in transportable (SP) and fixed (SV) versions, both with a height of approximately 78 metres (256 ft).
The R80XL SP is currently[update] the world's tallest-ever transportable Ferris wheel.[4][5][6][7]
Versions
The R80XL SP is fully transportable and intended for operation at multiple locations. Transportation requires approximately 60 specially adapted standard ISO containers.[4]
The R80XL SV is intended for permanent (fixed) or long-term installations, and is described as the "stationary semi-transportable" version.[4]
Specifications
According to the Technical Details pages[8][9] of the r80xl.com website, both the transportable and fixed versions of the R80XL have an overall height of "± 78 m", a diameter of "± 74 m", and a main axle height of "± 40 m".
Other sources have reported the height of the R80XL as being "250 ft (78 m)"[sic],[10] "over 250 ft (78 m)"[sic],[11] "approximately 80 m",[4][5][12] and "80 m".[6]
The 27-spoke wheel can rotate at speeds from 2 rpm up to 4 rpm.
The R80XL can be specified either with 27 passenger capsules, each able to carry up to 16 persons, or with 54 capsules, each able to carry up to 8 passengers. The smaller capsules are available in back-to-back, face-to-face, cocktail, or dinner layouts. A six-seat VIP capsule is also offered. All capsule variants are designed and manufactured by CWA Constructions of Switzerland.[13][4]
Manufacturers
Maurer German Wheels, a subsidiary of Maurer Söhne, holds an exclusive license to manufacture the R80XL in Europe. Maurer produced the first example of the R80XL at its factory in Munich, and erected it there late in 2012 prior to its delivery to a customer in Mexico. On Friday January 11, 2013, members of the press and media were invited by Maurer German Wheels and Bussink Design to experience the R80XL first hand. Various team members, including Ronald Bussink, were present.[4]
Chance American Wheels, a subsidiary of Chance Rides of Wichita, Kansas, holds an exclusive license to manufacture and sell the R80XL SV in North America.[11] The first wheel is expected to be ready for delivery by the beginning of 2014.[4]
References
- ^ Bussink Design has installed the R80XL Giant Observation Wheel in Munich
- ^ as ist Münchens Riesen-Riesenrad
- ^ Münchner bauen Rekord-Riesenrad
- ^ a b c d e f g Bussink Design sets new World Record with R80 XL!
- ^ a b Bussink launches world's tallest transportable Ferris Wheel
- ^ a b Ferris R80XL
- ^ München dreht ein großes Ding
- ^ Technical Details - Transportable Version
- ^ Technical Details - Stationary Version
- ^ R80XL Giant Wheel
- ^ a b Chance Rides signs exclusive deal with Bussink Design
- ^ Bussink Design has installed the R80XL Giant Observation Wheel in Munich
- ^ Technical Details - Cabin Options