The speed of a "Wild Mouse" roller coaster typically ranges from 28 to 35 mph (45 to 56 km/h). While this may seem modest compared to giant "giga" coasters, the thrill of a Wild Mouse isn't derived from raw velocity but from its unique lateral G-forces. The ride features a flat, unbanked track with several sharp "hairpin" turns. Because the cars are wider than the track itself, passengers feel as though they are about to fly over the edge of the structure before the car suddenly jerks in a new direction. This creates a sensation of "near-misses" and intense sideways pulling. Most models, such as those manufactured by Vekoma, Mack Rides, or Zamperla, stand about 50 feet tall and rely on these sudden maneuvers rather than high speeds to provide an adrenaline-filled experience that feels much faster and more dangerous than the speedometer actually indicates.