Dragon’s Fury is an exhilarating steel spinning roller coaster located at Chessington World of Adventures Resort in Greater London. Positioned as the star attraction within the Land of the Dragons area, this angry dragon takes riders on a dizzying journey packed with unpredictable spins, steep drops, and rapid banking turns.
Dragon’s Fury at Chessington: High-Speed Spinning Thrills
Manufactured by German ride specialists Maurer Rides (Xtended SC 3000 model), Dragon’s Fury features 4-passenger cars where riders sit back-to-back in pairs. Because the spinning mechanism is completely free-rotating and influenced by weight distribution, no two rides are ever the same! Depending on who sits where, your vehicle will spin faster or slower as gravity takes hold around every curve.
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How Fast is Dragon’s Fury? (Top Speed & Height Stats)
For coaster fans tracking the exact Dragon’s Fury Chessington speed, the spinning roller coaster reaches a thrilling top speed of 44.7mph (72km/h). The layout incorporates a massive horseshoe element, sweeping drops beneath footbridges, and rapid helices that intensify the spin.
How Tall is Dragon’s Fury at Chessington?
The steel structure reaches a peak height of 50.8ft (15.5m) above ground level, with a custom track length spanning 1,706ft (520m). The layout features two separate chain lift hills to navigate the dragon-themed terrain.
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- Top Speed: 72km/h (44.7mph)
- Original Installation Cost: £6m Est
- Estimated Cost Today: £10.5m Est
- Track Length: 1,706ft (520m)
- Height: 50.8ft (15.5m)
- Manufacturer: Maurer Rides GmbH
- Model: Spinning Coaster / Xtended SC 3000
- Type: Steel Sit Down / Spinning Coaster
- Lift/Launch: 2 Chain Lift Hills
- Inversions: 0
- G-Force: 3.8 G
- Cars / Trains: 8 Single Cars (Riders sit back-to-back in 2 rows of 2)
- Passengers per Car: 4 riders per car (Max 3 adults per car)
- Hourly Capacity: 950 riders per hour
- Ride Duration: 1m 55s
- Year Opened: 27th March 2004
- Min Height Requirement: 1.2m (Max height restriction 1.95m)
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Sister Coaster to Alton Towers’ Spinball Whizzer
Theme park enthusiasts often notice striking similarities between Dragon’s Fury and another iconic UK coaster. Dragon’s Fury has a direct sister ride located at Alton Towers Resort – Spinball Whizzer (formerly Sonic Spinball). Both coasters were manufactured by Maurer Rides around the same period, utilising similar free-spinning 4-seater cars, block brake sections, and double lift hills to deliver intense spinning sensations.
Land of the Dragons & Important Visitor Info
Dragon’s Fury dominates the skyline of the Land of the Dragons section of the resort. To ensure a safe and comfortable flight aboard the dragon, keep the following ride restrictions in mind:
- Height Limits: Minimum height is 1.2m; maximum height limit is 1.95m.
- Seating Policy: A maximum of 3 adults are permitted per car to maintain proper weight balance for spinning.
- Restraint Fit: Guests with torso or leg measurements approaching 51 inches may find restraints restrictive.
- Footwear: Shoes with stiletto heels are strictly prohibited on the ride structure.
Chessington World of Adventures Resort Hotels
Turn your visit into a magical short break! Stay overnight in themed rooms at the Azteca Hotel, or enjoy savannah views at the Safari Hotel. Hotel packages include park admission, breakfast, and access to the indoor swimming pool and Savannah Splash Pool.
The Complete Chessington Roller Coaster Collection
Dragon’s Fury is part of a world-class selection of roller coasters at the resort. Explore our deep-dive visitor guides for the other signature thrill rides on site:
- Mandrill Mayhem: The world-first B&M launched shuttle wing coaster spiralling around the 55ft Jaguar Shrine.
- Vampire: The classic suspended swinging coaster soaring through the trees of Transylvania.
- Rattlesnake: A wild mouse coaster featuring sharp turns and sudden drops in Mexicana.
Planning your journey? Make sure to check our main Chessington World of Adventures Directory and read our expert Chessington Resort Review.
UK Record-Breaking Statistics
See where Chessington ranks on our national leaderboards by viewing the Tallest Roller Coasters in the UK, the Longest Roller Coasters in the UK, the Fastest Roller Coasters in the UK, and our guide to UK Roller Coasters with the Most Inversions.
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