5. It’ll be the tallest – but not the fastest

The top speed of the Skyscraper coaster will be around 65 miles per hour. Although this is pretty fast, the ride’s design – with its many twists and turns – means that riders will never hit the top speeds associated with the world’s fastest coasters. Indeed, the Skyscraper’s top speed is less than half that (149 miles per hour) of Formula Rossa, the worlds’ fastest coaster.

It’ll be a reasonably length experience, though. The ride will last around three minutes, with the circuit being some 5,200 feet long. Each train will boast two rows of four seats each, allowing for eight riders per train and a theoretical capacity of 1,000 riders per hour. A minimum height restriction of 48 inches will be enforced.

4. It'll be two attractions in one

The main attraction on the Polercoaster is, of course, the roller coaster itself. For those who find the experience a bit too terrifying, though, there'll be an alternative method of reaching the top. A 55-story glass elevator will carry guests to an observation deck, where they'll be able to enjoy stunning views for miles around.

3. It'll light up at night

The original concept artwork for the Poler Coaster showed that it will be highly visible at night, and we expect that to be true of the Skyscraper installation. In addition to housing a 360-degree video sign at the top, the entire structure - including the coaster's track and trains - will be able to light up in the darkness.

2. It shouldn’t be too expensive to ride

The Skyscraper’s developers estimate that ticket prices will be less than $20 – quite a lot for a single ride, but not prohibitively expensive.

1. Construction work could begin next year

Construction work is due to begin in 2015 ahead of the planned 2016 debut, but we’ll have to wait and see whether such an unusual and groundbreaking project can really meet those targets.