Jurassic World VelociCoaster

Comment

🌎 > North America > United States > Universal's Islands of Adventure > Jurassic World VelociCoaster

Photo of Jurassic World VelociCoaster

Photo by Eric A. Soto, licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. Source

VelociCoaster is a modern launch coaster that trades brute force for sustained pacing and fluid choreography. The experience is staged like a raptor pen break-out: an indoor queue sets the tone, then the train rockets from the paddock to 50 mph in two seconds, weaving through low rockwork and near-miss supports. The first half is twisty and predatory—snappy transitions, quick airtime jabs and two inversions delivered low to the ground where speed is most palpable. After a breather, the second launch slingshots the train to 70 mph and up a 155-foot top hat with a decisive drop. That crest splits the ride into a pure speed run over the lagoon: long, low turns, a floating zero-g stall that seems to suspend riders for ages, and a final in-line barrel roll mere feet above the water that feels both showy and inevitable. The trains use lap bars only, keeping the sensation open while still locking riders in for the negative-g moments. Theming is crisp and minimal—industrial catwalks, raptor effects, and cinematic audio cues—allowing the track to star. With four inversions placed to complement pacing rather than overwhelm it, VelociCoaster builds rhythm instead of simply stacking tricks. It’s a standout example of how modern Intamin design prioritizes whip, airtime variety and terrain hugging, delivering a headliner that remains rerideable even when you know where the claws are hiding.

Jurassic World VelociCoaster Details

  • Name: Jurassic World VelociCoaster
  • Country: United States
  • Date Opened: 10th June 2021
  • Track Length: 1,400 m
  • Max Height: 47 m
  • Max Speed: 113 km/h
  • Material: Steel
  • Elevation (ASL): 35 m
  • Train Capacity: 24 riders
  • Max Trains Running: 4
  • Inversions: 4
  • Minimum Rider Height: 130 cm
  • Manufacturer: Intamin
  • Launch System: Linear Synchronous Motor (LSM)

Tags

Hover a tag to see its meaning.

Jurassic World VelociCoaster Train & Operations
4 4 4 4 4 4
Capacity / Train
24
Cars / Train
6
Max Trains
4
Min Rider Height
130 cm
Top Speed 113 km/h
~4 riders per car Ă— 6 cars = 24 riders/train

Jurassic World VelociCoaster Location

Map showing the location of Jurassic World VelociCoaster in United States.

Jurassic World VelociCoaster Videos

Thumbnail for video
Loading video…
Front Row POV Jurassic World VelociCoaster | Islands of Adventure

Tools and Options

All visitors can request edits to any details about Jurassic World VelociCoaster. Use the options below to make your changes. Thansk for contributing!

Meta Data

  • Added: 27th September 2025
  • Last Modified: 2nd October 2025
  • Previous Comments For Jurassic World VelociCoaster

    No comments for this roller coaster yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!

    Add Your Comment

    We'd love to hear your thoughts about this roller coaster. Share your experience below:

    Please enter your name.
    Please enter a comment.

    * Required fields