Amusement Ride Name Reference
Amusement rides are often known by different names in different regions of the world. The same attraction might have multiple English names, local nicknames, or translated versions used by various manufacturers and amusement parks.
For park investors, equipment buyers, and amusement industry professionals, understanding these naming differences can help avoid confusion when researching rides or communicating with suppliers.
Below is a visual reference list of common amusement ride names, including their alternative English names and Chinese translations used in the amusement equipment industry.
Amusement Ride Name Directory (Visual Guide)
Ride Image
Ride Name
Alternative Names
Chinese Name
Ride Description
Ferris Wheel
Observation Wheel, Giant Wheel
摩天轮
A large rotating wheel with passenger cabins that provides panoramic views from above.
Roller Coaster
Coaster
过山车
A track-based ride featuring fast speeds, drops, and sharp turns.
Swing Tower
Chair Swing Tower, Flying Tower, Sky Flyer, Star Flyer, Vertical Swing Ride, Giant Swing Ride
高空飞翔，高空飞椅，飞行塔
A tall tower swing ride where chairs spin high in the air.
Drop Tower
Sky Drop, Rotating Tower Ride, Spinning Tower Ride, Drop Tower Ride, Free Fall Tower
旋转塔，自由落体，跳楼机
Riders are lifted high and then dropped rapidly for a free fall sensation.
Pendulum Ride
Big Pendulum Ride, Frisbee Ride, Claw Ride, Giant Pendulum
大摆锤
A thrill ride where a giant arm swings riders back and forth while the gondola rotates.
Swing Carousel
Wave Swinger, Chair Swing Ride, Flying Chair, Chair-o-planes
摇头飞椅
A rotating swing ride where suspended chairs swing outward.
Carousel
Merry-go-round, Roundabout
旋转木马
A traditional rotating ride with decorated horses moving up and down.
Viking Pirate Ship Ride
Pirate Ship Ride, Swinging Ship, Viking Ship Ride
海盗船
A classic swinging ride shaped like a pirate ship moving in a large arc.
Self-control Plane Ride
Self-control Airplane Ride, Auto-control Plane, Airplane Amusement Ride, Airplane Ride, Astro Orbiter
自控飞机
Riders control the height of airplane cabins while the ride rotates.
Bumper Cars
Dodgems
碰碰车
Electric-powered cars where riders drive and bump into each other.
Miami Ride
Miami, Miami Trip, Miami Fever, Crazy Surf, Crazy Wave
排排坐
A circular spinning ride where riders sit around a rotating platform.
Disco Tagada Ride
Tagada, Tagada Ride, Disco Tagada, Crazy Disco, Crazy Tagada
迪斯科转盘
A spinning amusement ride where riders sit around a circular bench while the platform rotates, tilts, and creates bouncing movements.
Disk’O Ride
Disk’O, Disk’O Coaster, Mega Disk’O, UFO Ride
神州飞碟
A spinning disk ride where riders sit around a circular platform that rotates while traveling back and forth along a curved track.
Mini Train
Mini Trackless Train, Mini Track Train
儿童小火车、观光小火车、无轨小火车
It can be designed as a track train running on rails or a trackless train that drives freely on roads inside parks, malls, or plazas.
Indoor Playground
Indoor Playgrounds for Kids, Soft Play Area, Indoor Play Area, Naughty Castle
淘气堡
A soft play attraction for children featuring slides, ball pits, climbing structures, and tunnels, commonly installed in malls and family entertainment centers.
Cartoon Statue
Mascot Statue, Cartoon Sculpture
雕塑、雕像
A themed decorative statue commonly used in amusement parks, playgrounds, and themed areas to enhance atmosphere and attract visitors.
Inflatables
Inflatable Castles, Inflatable Bouncers, Inflatable Pools, Inflatable Toys
充气游乐产品：包含充气城堡、充气蹦床、充气水池等
A category of inflatable attractions including inflatable castles, bouncers, pools, slides, and toys used in parks, playgrounds, and events.
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Tips: This table lists common amusement ride names with images, alternative names, and Chinese translations, and will be continuously updated.
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