How Fast Is Roller Coaster?

Formula Rossa, the fastest roller coaster, hits 240 km/h — accelerating 0-100 km/h in 2 seconds. Riders wear protective goggles because at those speeds, hitting an insect would actually injure them.

Formula Rossa's launch is hydraulically powered — pressurised oil drives a sled that catapults the train down the track in 4.9 seconds flat.

• 2× motorway speed
• Riders wear goggles against bugs