What type of mechanism does this amusement ride use?

Markmechatronic · Mar 10, 2025

I'm trying to replicate this system. Does anyone have an idea of what mechanism it could be using? The arm supporting the structure looks too thin to house a motor at that height.
This is the video if anyone wants to wee it in action:

ewh · Mar 10, 2025

hydraulic

JStephen · Mar 10, 2025

The shape of the arm suggests it may have a large chain or belt drive in it.

SwinnyGG · Mar 10, 2025

It's most likely a hydraulic motor in the head of the big arm that lifts the cars.

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