Red Force: The Ultimate Adrenaline Experience
Red Force is Ferrari Land's star attraction and one of Europe's most extreme roller coasters. This vertical accelerator takes you from 0 to 180 km/h in just 5 seconds using an electromagnetic launch system (LSM), then shoots you up a 112-meter vertical tower before plummeting back down. The experience simulates the acceleration of a Formula 1 car and is one of the most thrilling roller coasters in Europe.
Opened in 2017 as the centerpiece of Ferrari Land, Red Force is not just a roller coaster - it's an engineering marvel that represents Ferrari's DNA: speed, power and cutting-edge technology. The striking red track and vertical tower dominate the Ferrari Land skyline and can be seen from miles away.
Red Force Technical Specifications
Red Force's numbers are truly impressive:
- Maximum height: 112 meters - Equivalent to a 37-story building
- Maximum speed: 180 km/h reached in just 5 seconds via electromagnetic launch system (LSM)
- Acceleration: 0 to 180 km/h in 5 seconds - Similar to F1 acceleration
- Duration: ~1 minute
- Height restriction: Minimum 140 cm to ride
- Track length: 880 meters
- Manufacturer: Intamin
- Type: Accelerator coaster
The Red Force Experience
Phase 1: The Station and Preparation
The experience begins at the Ferrari-themed station. You'll board a train designed to look like a Formula 1 car with 16 seats arranged in 8 rows of 2. The safety harness is an over-the-shoulder restraint system that keeps you secure during the extreme acceleration.
Phase 2: The Launch
After a countdown, the electromagnetic system launches you from 0 to 180 km/h in 5 seconds. The force is incredible - you're pressed back into your seat with 1.3 Gs of acceleration as the landscape becomes a blur. This is the moment that defines Red Force - pure, raw speed.
Phase 3: The Vertical Tower
Immediately after reaching 180 km/h, you shoot straight up the 112-meter vertical tower at a 90-degree angle. As you climb, you experience brief weightlessness at the top before gravity takes over. From the summit, you get spectacular views of the Costa Dorada and the Mediterranean Sea for a split second before the drop.
Phase 4: The Descent
What goes up must come down. You plummet back down the tower at nearly the same speed, experiencing intense positive Gs as your stomach drops. The descent is almost as thrilling as the ascent.
Requirements and Restrictions
- Minimum height: 140 cm (4.6 feet)
- Not recommended for: Pregnant women, people with back/neck problems, heart conditions
- Intensity: EXTREME - One of the most intense coasters in Europe
- Loose items: Must be stored in lockers
- Age recommendation: 12+ years (with adult accompaniment)
Tips to Enjoy Red Force
🎯 Expert Tips
- Ride early: Queue reaches 90+ minutes in high season
- Back row: Most intense experience with maximum airtime
- Front row: Best views and purest speed sensation
- Express Pass recommended: Saves 60-90 minutes wait
- Weather sensitive: Closes in strong winds or rain
- First-timers: Ride Shambhala first to build up to Red Force
How Red Force Compares
Red Force is the fastest and tallest roller coaster in Spain and one of the top accelerator coasters in Europe. It's faster than Shambhala (134 km/h) and Dragon Khan (110 km/h), though shorter in duration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Red Force scarier than Shambhala?
Different types of scary. Red Force is more intense with extreme acceleration, while Shambhala has more airtime and longer duration. Many find Red Force more intimidating due to the launch and vertical tower.
How long does it last?
About 1 minute from launch to brake. The actual high-speed portion is about 30 seconds.
Do you go upside down?
No, Red Force has no inversions. It's purely vertical acceleration and descent.
What's the wait time?
- Low season: 15-30 minutes
- Mid season: 45-60 minutes
- High season/weekends: 80-120 minutes
- With Express Pass: 5-15 minutes