Check out the Raiders' sleek, $2 billion stadium that's close to completion in Las Vegas

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Check out the Raiders' sleek, $2 billion stadium that's close to completion in Las Vegas
  • The Raiders have officially moved to Las Vegas.
  • Their new stadium, Allegiant Stadium, is expected to cost $2 billion to build and is nearing completion.
  • Through photos, video tours, and renderings, we've gotten a better look at the sleek stadium, which includes a retractable natural grass field.
  • Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.

The Raiders' new home in Las Vegas is getting closer to completion.

The Raiders officially moved from Oakland to Las Vegas earlier this year. Part of their move includes a new stadium, Allegiant Stadium, that is estimated to cost $2 billion to build.

Through Getty photos, video tours, and renderings, we're getting a better look at the sleek new stadium that will house Las Vegas' first NFL team.

Take a look below.

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The project is not yet at this point, but when it is, it will be spectacular.

The project is not yet at this point, but when it is, it will be spectacular.
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What hasn't been completed yet (that we've seen) is the 85-foot flame, a tribute to late Raiders owner Al Davis.

What hasn't been completed yet (that we've seen) is the 85-foot flame, a tribute to late Raiders owner Al Davis.
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The project includes 76 motors to move the 1,500-ton field in and out.

The project includes 76 motors to move the 1,500-ton field in and out.
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One of the more unique features is a retractable natural grass field that can slide in and out from under the stadium.

One of the more unique features is a retractable natural grass field that can slide in and out from under the stadium.
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The stadium is expected to seat 65,000 people.

The stadium is expected to seat 65,000 people.
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A video tour shows the inside is still being completed, though many of the seats are in place. Here's a view from the end zone.

A video tour shows the inside is still being completed, though many of the seats are in place. Here's a view from the end zone.
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Another side of the stadium, with the same warning.

Another side of the stadium, with the same warning.
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Construction is ongoing, but the site has warnings about COVID-19.

Construction is ongoing, but the site has warnings about COVID-19.
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A closer look at the shiny paneling.

A closer look at the shiny paneling.
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Another side of the stadium:

Another side of the stadium:
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The glassy exterior gives it a sleek look.

The glassy exterior gives it a sleek look.
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The stadium recently shined at night.

The stadium recently shined at night.
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Another look at the stadium near Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.

Another look at the stadium near Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.
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Allegiant Stadium stadium is a little outside the Las Vegas strip, but will still be part of the skyline.

Allegiant Stadium stadium is a little outside the Las Vegas strip, but will still be part of the skyline.
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