A roller coaster where the cars hang below the track is broadly classified as a suspended or inverted coaster, but there is a key technical difference between the two. On an Inverted Coaster (like Batman: The Ride or Montu), the seats are rigidly attached to the wheel carriage, and the riders' legs hang freely in the air, creating a "flying" sensation during loops and corkscrews. On the older Suspended Coaster design (like The Bat at Kings Island), the cars are attached via a pivot that allows them to swing side-to-side like a pendulum as the train navigates turns. In 2026, the "Inverted" model is far more common because it allows for high-speed inversions that the swinging "Suspended" models cannot handle. A third variation is the Flying Coaster (like Manta or Galactica), where the seats tilt forward to a "face-down" position, placing the track behind the rider's back to simulate flight. These coasters are a favorite for thrill-seekers because they eliminate the "floor," providing an unobstructed view of the ground below and heightening the sense of speed and exposure.