Fury 325: The Tallest, Fastest, Longest Giga Coaster in North America

Fury 325: The Tallest, Fastest, Longest Giga Coaster in North America

 

Charlotte, NC - The world's tallest and fastest giga coaster is now open at Carowinds amusement park in Charlotte, North Carolina. Fury 325 stands 325 feet tall and reaches speeds of up to 95 mph, making it the tallest, fastest, and longest giga coaster in North America.

 

The coaster is a steel roller coaster manufactured by Bolliger & Mabillard. It features a 6,602-foot-long track that crosses both North and South Carolina state lines. Riders experience a variety of high-speed thrills, including an 81-degree drop, a 190-foot tall barrel turn, and a 91-degree overbanked horseshoe turn.

 

Fury 325 is the latest in a long line of record-breaking roller coasters at Carowinds. The park is home to several other world-class coasters, including The Intimidator, which is the tallest and fastest wooden roller coaster in North America.

 

"Fury 325 is the most thrilling roller coaster we've ever built," said Carowinds' General Manager Pat Jones. "It's a must-ride for any coaster enthusiast."

 

Fury 325 is open now at Carowinds. For more information, visit www.carowinds.com.

 

Here are some additional facts about Fury 325:

 

 The coaster's name is a reference to the Carolina reaper, the world's hottest chili pepper.

 The coaster's trains are designed to hold 32 passengers each.

 The coaster's average ride time is 3.25 minutes.

 The coaster's track is made up of 2,147 individual pieces of steel.

 The coaster's construction took over two years to complete.

 

Fury 325 is sure to be a popular attraction for years to come. It is the perfect ride for thrill-seekers who are looking for an adrenaline rush.