Single-rail roller coaster

A single–rail roller coaster is a roller coaster that rides on only one rail, as opposed to the far more conventional two-rail setup of most roller coasters. The use of a single-rail design can often reduce costs in the manufacturing and construction process, and allow for a more compact ride footprint. While traditionally seen on alpine coasters, since the late 2010s, a number of ride manufacturers have produced a number of conventional rollercoasters which feature single-rail track. The vast majority of modern single-rail coasters utilise inline (single-file) seating arrangements.

Alpine/Mountain coasters

An example of a single-rail alpine coaster.

Rocky Mountain Construction

Rocky Mountain Construction was the first manufacturer to produce modern single-rail coasters, opening their first in 2018. As of 2025, the company's only single-rail model on offer is the Raptor, an inline-seated high thrill model.

NameModelParkCountryOpenedStatusRef.Image
Wonder Woman Golden Lasso CoasterRaptorSix Flags Fiesta TexasUnited States United States2018Operating
RailBlazerRaptorCalifornia's Great AmericaUnited States United States2018Operating
Jersey Devil CoasterRaptorSix Flags Great AdventureUnited States United States2021Operating
Stunt PilotRaptorSilverwoodUnited States United States2021Operating
Wonder Woman Flight of CourageRaptorSix Flags Magic MountainUnited States United States2022Operating
Sköll & HatiRaptorGyeongju WorldSouth Korea South Korea2024Operating
Fire RunnerRaptorLost Island Theme ParkUnited States United States2025Operating
YoYRaptorWalibi HollandNetherlands Netherlands2025Operating
unknown Raptor Family Kingdom Amusement Park United States United States 2027 Under Construction

Intamin

Intamin's primary single-rail model on offer is the Hot Racer, a launched model featuring inline seating. As of 2026, three have been built.

NameModelParkCountryOpenedStatusRef.Image
Big DipperHot RacerLuna Park SydneyAustralia Australia2021Operating
MahukaHot RacerWalibi Rhône-AlpesFrance France2024Operating
Flame of Speed (Пламя Скорости)Hot RacerDream IslandRussia Russia2026Operating
Midgårdsormen Hot Racer Djurs Sommerland DenmarkDenmark 2027 Under Construction

Skyline Attractions

Skyline Attractions offers a range of different single-rail models. Family and kiddie models such as the P'sghetti Bowl are traditional coasters, while the Skywarp thrill model utilises two trains that are uniquely mechanically linked. As of 2025, all coasters designed by Skyline are permanently closed.

NameModelParkCountryOpenedStatusRef.
Harley Quinn Crazy Coaster (•)SkywarpSix Flags Discovery KingdomUnited States United States2018Removed
Tidal Twister (•)Skywarp HorizonSeaWorld San DiegoUnited States United States2019Removed
Brava!P'Sghetti BowlMASS MoCAUnited States United States2022Removed
Kid Flash Cosmic CoasterP'Sghetti BowlSix Flags Fiesta TexasUnited States United States2023Removed
Six Flags Over GeorgiaRemoved

(•) = track produced by Rocky Mountain Construction

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