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The Formula Rossa roller coaster is the mother of speed machines for coaster enthusiasts. The hydraulic launch coaster was built in 2010 and is the fastest coaster in the world, reaching a speed of 149 mph at its fastest point.



As of early 2026, the title of the world's fastest roller coaster is held by Formula Rossa at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, which reaches a top speed of 149.1 mph (240 km/h) in just 4.9 seconds using a hydraulic launch system. However, in the United States, a new contender for 2026 is Tormenta Rampaging Run at Six Flags Over Texas, which has debuted as a record-breaking "giga dive coaster" featuring intense speeds. Another notable speed demon is Kingda Ka at Six Flags Great Adventure, which reaches 128 mph. In the world of non-coaster rides, high-speed elevators in skyscrapers like the Shanghai Tower can reach speeds of 45 mph. For those looking for "speed and drops," Falcon's Flight in Saudi Arabia is nearing completion and is projected to shatter current records with speeds exceeding 155 mph, though it is currently in its final testing phases for a grand opening later this year.

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