![]() In the center is the operator’s control booth, immune to the G forces. The roof of the UFO is simply adorned with a canvas and the walls are made up of 45 individual panels that riders stand against. The interior of the UFO has multicolored lights running along the ceiling sweeps and typically has a couple of speakers blaring music. The ride is extremely portable and can fold down onto a single 48 foot trailer. The ride can spin to a maximum speed of 24 RPM and rotates via a tire drive that runs along a rim on the underside of the UFO. Gravitron models sport a light board below the “Gravitron” signage that flashes the word “Thriller.” I have seen it say different things, however (such as the show’s name.) Artwork varies but it’s typically space or alien related. The ride originally used turbo lights but newer models are generally outfitted with LEDs. The ride debuted in 1983 and quickly became a hit on midways due to its high thrill factor and ease of transport. Gravitron is a ride manufactured by Wisdom Rides and is basically an updated Rotor ride. The outside features quite a bit of lighting along the side panels and on the rotating platform – which I’ll just refer to as the UFO. If there is one thrill ride that is so common that just about every medium to large fair has one, then Gravitron is it. The best part of the Wizzer Carnival Ride Rental is watching the guests trying. ![]() The ride is stylized as a UFO and goes under three general names: Gravitron, Starship 2000, and Alien Abduction. You will hear laughing, shrieks, and screaming as the wizzer creates G force. ![]() If there is one thrill ride that is so common that just about every medium to large fair has one, then Gravitron is it.
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