The Wheel of Dublin next to the O2 Arena (now 3Arena) in the Dublin Docklands

The Wheel of Dublin, also known as Revolver,[1] was a transportable Ferris wheel installation in the Dublin Docklands in the North Wall area of Dublin, Ireland. Commissioned by Harry Crosbie and operated by World Tourist Attractions, it opened to the public in July 2010[2] and was closed and dismantled 16 months later in November 2011.[3]

Dimensions

When it was installed, it was reported to be "60 metres high".[2][4] However, when it was dismantled and moved to York, it was reported as "the 53-metre observation wheel".[5]

It weighed 350 tons, had 42 capsules, and a total capacity of 336 passengers.[2]

References

  1. ↑ Melia, Paul (2 December 2011). "Winter chill spells end for big wheel". Irish Independent. Retrieved 24 April 2021.
  2. 1 2 3 Gartland, Fiona (27 July 2010). "Giant Dublin wheel gives bird's-eye view". The Irish Times. Retrieved 24 April 2021.
  3. ↑ Carbery, Genevieve (26 November 2011). "Wheel deal: Dublin icon ships out after 16 months". The Irish Times. Retrieved 24 April 2021.
  4. ↑ Dillon, Fiona (2 August 2010). "Docks drop wheel plan as Crosbie Eye opens". The Evening Herald. Dublin. Retrieved 24 April 2021.
  5. ↑ "York's new big wheel on its way from Dublin". The Press. York. 26 November 2011. Retrieved 24 April 2021.

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