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more than 1000 ft
Peyton Beahan
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∙ 13y agoIt all depends on what type of catapult and the amount of force, etc. According to one source
Here is a table that has ranges of modern reconstructions of various catapult designs (note that trebuchet range is not included, but it would easily outdistance any of the designs listed):
Two-cubit arrow-shooting catapult370 metresThree span arrow-shooting catapult (based on the remains found at Ampurias)305 metresSmall stone-thrower (with a 1.5-lb stone)184 metresSmall stone-thrower (with a 1-lb. lead shot)over 300 metresSmaller onagerover 200 metresLarger onagerover 300 metres
(Marsden, E. W. Greek and Roman Artillery. London: Oxford University Press, 1969)
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∙ 13y agoLike 100's of feet. It depends on the item.
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∙ 14y agoAbou 40-50 feet long
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∙ 14y agoThey can throw a few miles.
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What is the difference between a trebuchet and a catapult?
The difference is that the trebuchet sling the stone or fireballs .A catapult doesn't sling and it doesn't carry as much weight
What is the formula to a catapult?
You load the catapult and then you launch it. You wait. Stare at it. Then you look how far it went. Now you'll know how far it went.
Why is a lever important to a catapult?
BEcause it is a device helping to use it to throw.
How far does a ogre catapult shoot?
ALOT!
What are some catapult designs?
As far as i know there are three: the basic catapult, trebuchet, and the floating arm trebuchet.
What problems did the catapult help solve?
the catapult sovled many different problems some are that you would need to throw the object extermly far which is impossible unless the object is very small another promblem the catapult sovled was flinging large masses extermly far without the aid of explosives.
Why is your arm a catapult when you throw a ball?
because your arm is the one that's throwing the ball you are the on who controlls your are and that's why your arm is a catapult when you throw the ball
What is a sentence for the word catapult?
A Roman catapult can throw a 6 pound object a third of a mile.
Does a catapult have to be big for it to go far?
A catapult does not necessarily have to be big for it to go far. There are certain factors that affect how far a catapult will shoot. The speed of shooting and the force applied are the main factors.
Is a catapult stronger than a trebuchet?
In some ways, yes. A trebuchet can hurl objects farther and higher than a catapult, but a catapult can throw with more force.
What is the difference between a trebuchet and a catapult?
The difference is that the trebuchet sling the stone or fireballs .A catapult doesn't sling and it doesn't carry as much weight
What are the similarities between a catapult and a trebuchet?
a trebuchet is a type of catapult. it used a counter weight
How far does a catapult shoot?
ALOT!
What is the formula to a catapult?
You load the catapult and then you launch it. You wait. Stare at it. Then you look how far it went. Now you'll know how far it went.
Why did they make the catapult?
to throw big stones at enemies in medieval time.
Why is a lever important to a catapult?
BEcause it is a device helping to use it to throw.
How far does a ogre catapult shoot?
ALOT!
