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- 🎡Equipment and Costs Required to Start an Amusement Park Business (2025 Guide)
- 🏗️ 1. Equipment Required to Build an Amusement Park
- ⚙️ 2. Supporting Equipment and Infrastructure Requirements
- 💰 3. Amusement Park Installation Costs in 2025
- 📈 4. Return on Investment (Amortization Calculation)
- 📜 5. Licenses, Certificates, and Legal Procedures
- 🧭 6. Advantages of Working with Eg Lunapark
- 🚀 7. Our Recommendation for Starting an Amusement Park Business
🏗️ 1. Equipment Required to Build an Amusement Park
An amusement park business must offer both fun and safety to its visitors.
Here are the essential machines needed for installation:
| Machine Type | Capacity | Average Price | Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferris Wheel | 6 - 128 Seats | 10.000 - 800.000 $ | LED illuminated, CE certified |
| Pirate Ship | 12-24 Seats | 10.000 - 100.000 $ | Themed covering with high swing angle |
| Swing Ride | 8-16 Seats | 10.000 - 30.000 $ | Compact and mobile-friendly |
| Carousel | 6-24 Seats | 7.300 - 50.000 $ | Themed painted design |
| Pendulum | 8-24 Seats | 15.000 - 150.000 $ | Adrenaline-oriented ride |
| Mini Train / Roller Coaster | 10-20 Seats | 11.000 - 75.000 $ | Suitable for family use |
➡️ Eg Lunapark manufactures all these machines with CE certification and provides installation support.
⚙️ 2. Supporting Equipment and Infrastructure Requirements
An amusement park is not just made up of rides.
The following auxiliary systems are required for installation:
- Ticketing system (RFID card or token)
- Electrical infrastructure (grounding, panel, fuses)
- Fence, barrier, and safety layout
- Decorative LED lighting and theme coatings
- Storage and maintenance area
💰 3. Amusement Park Installation Costs in 2025
The investment amount varies depending on the size of the area, the machines selected, and the installation location. Average cost chart:
| Scale | Area | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Small Indoor Area (Shopping Mall) | 100 m² | 80.000 - 100.000 $ |
| Medium Outdoor Area (Town / District) | 400 m² | 110.000 - 200.000 $ |
| Large-Scale Amusement Park (City / Tourist Area) | 1.000 m²+ | 200.000 - 700.000 $ |
💡 These figures are average values based on Eg Lunapark manufacturer prices.
Installation, shipping, and licensing costs are not included.
📈 4. Return on Investment (Amortization Calculation)
If a average return period for an amusement ride is between 8 and 24 months.
The key factors affecting profitability are:
If a Mini Swing Rideis used by 100 people per day with a ticket price of 100 ₺:
→Daily income: ₺10,000
→ Monthly income: ₺300,000
→ Cost: ₺350,000
➡️ The investment pays for itself in approximately 1.5 months.
- Daily number of visitors
- Ticket price
- Machine maintenance costs
- Season duration
If a Mini Swing Rideis used by 100 people per day with a ticket price of 100 ₺:
→Daily income: ₺10,000
→ Monthly income: ₺300,000
→ Cost: ₺350,000
➡️ The investment pays for itself in approximately 1.5 months.
📜 5. Licenses, Certificates, and Legal Procedures
The following documents are required to operate an amusement park in Turkey:
- Municipal business opening license
- Machine CE conformity certificate and test report
- Insurance policy (for both machine and users)
- Electrical project and grounding report
- Site safety approval (Municipality / Fire Department)
Eg Lunapark machines fully meet all these requirements and are CE certified.
🧭 6. Advantages of Working with Eg Lunapark
- Over 25 years of manufacturing experience
- Export expertise across Europe and the Middle East
- Support for installation, maintenance, and operator training
- Themed painting, LED design, and custom concept production
- Both sales and rental options available
🚀 7. Our Recommendation for Starting an Amusement Park Business
An amusement park business is a highly profitable investment when supported by proper planning, quality machines, and a professional manufacturer.
Eg Lunaparkprovides not only the machines but a complete solution: manufacturing, installation, licensing consultancy, and after-sales service.
Eg Lunaparkprovides not only the machines but a complete solution: manufacturing, installation, licensing consultancy, and after-sales service.
