Formula Rossa, located at Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi, holds the record for the fastest roller coaster in the world, and its acceleration is nothing short of breathtaking. The ride utilizes a hydraulic launch system similar to those used on aircraft carriers to catapult the train from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour (62 mph) in just 2.0 seconds. The acceleration doesn't stop there; it continues to climb until it hits its maximum speed of 240 kilometers per hour (149 mph) in approximately 4.9 seconds. The forces are so intense (reaching up to 4.8Gs) that all riders are required to wear specialized safety goggles to protect their eyes from sand and insects, as even a small particle hitting the eye at 149 mph could cause serious injury. The track itself is 2.2 kilometers long, but the ride is over in a flash because of the sustained high velocity. This coaster was specifically designed to simulate the experience of a Formula 1 driver, and its initial launch is the closest a civilian can get to the raw power of a racing car's engine. As of 2026, no other coaster has officially surpassed this record-breaking top speed or its aggressive, neck-snapping initial launch.