About Swinger Rides
Swinger rides (also known as swing rides, chair swings, or wave swingers) come in various types depending on their design, motion, and scale. There are 6 main types of swinger rides in the market now.
1. Classic Chair Swing Ride (Wave Swinger)
It features a rotating circular platform with suspended chairs that swing outward due to centrifugal force. These traditional swing rides are often adorned with ornate decorations and lights. You can see them at fairs and amusement parks. The classic chair swing ride runs smoothly and is popular with tourists of all ages. Due to its stability, many parks are willing to invest in such a nice ride.
The ride height ranges from 10 to 20 meters. Take Wellenflug as an example, which is one of the most photographed swing rides in Europe. It represents the archetype of the traditional wave swinger ride. The ride costs $60000-$250000
2. Tower Swing Rides (Vertical Swingers / Sky Flyers)
Tall tower structures where riders are lifted to significant heights before spinning around the tower, offering panoramic views. The “Star Flyer” series is found in various theme parks worldwide. Tower swing rides are more thrilling than classic chair swing rides. Some large theme parks have this type of ride.
This ride height ranges from 30-120 meters, and the cost of this ride ranges from $350000-$1.8 million. The costs depend on the height of the ride.
3. Pendulum Swing Rides
Combine swinging and spinning motions, where a large arm swings riders back and forth while the seating area rotates. Take Gyro Swing ride as an example, which is set to be the tallest of its kind in the UK.
The height of this ride ranges from 20-40 meters. The cost ranges from $150000-$800000.
4. Kiddie Swing Rides
Scaled-down versions of swing rides are designed specifically for children, offering gentle motion and lower heights. This type of ride is usually found in amusement park children’s sections.
The kiddie swing ride height ranges from 3-5 meters. The cost ranges from $15000-$45000.
5. Custom/Themed Swing Rides
Swing rides with unique themes or designs, often incorporating storytelling elements or branded characters. The Aladdin Wave Swinger at Quassy Amusement Park, inspired by the 1992 Disney film “Aladdin.”
The cost ranges from $18000-$2 million
