What is the steepest drop on the VelociCoaster?

In January 2021, VelociCoaster hosted its first riders. More details surrounding the specs of the new coaster were released shortly after, including its 140-foot (43 m) drop at an 80-degree angle and the use of a lap bar instead of an over-the-shoulder restraint.



The Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal Islands of Adventure features a signature "Top Hat" element that reaches a height of 155 feet. The subsequent drop is the steepest on the ride, plummeting 140 feet at an 80-degree angle. A supportive peer "thrill" perspective: while 80 degrees is not technically a "vertical" (90-degree) drop, the sheer speed—accelerating up to 70 mph—and the use of only a lap bar restraint make it feel incredibly intense and weightless. In 2026, it remains one of the most highly-rated coasters in the world due to this specific drop and its famous "Mosasaurus Roll" over the lagoon. If you are sitting in the back row, the "whip" over the top hat provides a significant amount of airtime, making that 80-degree plunge feel almost like you are being ejected from your seat before the gravity of the park pulls you back in.

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I'm not a roller coaster guy, and although I ultimately did enjoy the few times I rode the ride, I would definitely call the drop pretty scary. It's also very pretty at the same time with a good view over the park though, if you get past the fear.

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Yes, the VelociCoaster is the scariest roller coaster at Universal Orlando Resort. Other coasters come close, like The Incredible Hulk Coaster, but we believe that the scariest roller coaster at Universal is VelociCoaster. Guests can reach speeds over 70 mph and are being chased by Velociraptors the entire time!

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It is the steepest roller coaster in the world with a vertical drop of 121.5 degrees. The TMNT Shellraiser has the same layout as Takabisha at Fuji-Q Highland in Japan, a previous record holder for world's steepest roller coaster. 6 trains with 2 cars.

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Keep the Kids in Mind Although there aren't specific age limits to ride the VelociCoaster, there are height limits. If your children are under 4 foot 3 inches, they won't be able to go on the ride. Fortunately, there is a waiting space for the children to watch as the adults speed down and around the tracks.

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VelociCoaster lives up to its name by delivering an unparalleled roller coaster experience where guests are catapulted along 4,700 feet of track, 155 feet in the air at 70 mph, through a series of high-speed launches and more ? all culminating in a spiraling 360-degree inversion inches above the lagoon.

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Those who ride it emphasize the sheer speed and intensity of the ride, which is unmatched by Hagrid's Motorbike Adventure. Additionally, the technological advancements and integration of cutting-edge features in The Velocicoaster demonstrate a commitment to pushing the boundaries of rollercoaster engineering.

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VelociCoaster was awarded Best Roller Coaster AND Best New Ride in Theme Park Insider's 2022 awards. What's next for Jurassic at Universal Theme Parks?

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VelociCoaster is a launched roller coaster at Universal Islands of Adventure in Orlando, Florida. Manufactured by Intamin, the ride opened to the public on June 10, 2021.

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Roller Coaster Restrictions At no time can the track be more than 75 feet above the ground or go below ground level. No ascent or descent can be steeper than 80 degrees from the horizontal.

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Griffon was the first of its kind, featuring a drop 90 degrees straight down at 75 miles per hour. It's a birds'-eye view that you'll never forget.

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1. Kingda Ka - 127-Metre Drop
  • Location: Six Flags Great Adventure, New Jersey, USA.
  • Height: 139 m (456 ft)
  • Drop: 127 m (418 ft)
  • Speed: 206 km/h (128 mph)
  • Duration: 0:50.


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The minds behind the Kingda Ka at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey clearly understood this, as they combined speed and height to create the scariest roller coaster in the world.

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The most track inversions in a roller coaster is 14 on The Smiler at Alton Towers Resort in Staffordshire, UK. Riders whirl through the 14 inversions at speeds of up to 85 km/h (52.82 mph), with the highest drop reaching 30 m (98.43 ft).

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If you can't handle big and intense rides, then this ride is not the ride for you. I recommend ages 12 and up because of the intensity of the ride.

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There are no over-the-shoulder harnesses on this coaster – and yes, it does go upside down. Other new coasters that go upside down only have lap restraints.

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