Medieval replica biggest crossbow (ag5f.01)

The crossbow called in Latin balista in Poland has various names: self-shot, shot or shotgun and was the most popular shooting weapon in 15^th century. The crossbows appeared in Poland at the end of the 12^th century and became common in the 13^th century.

Specifications:

Length: 120 cm
Wide: 70 cm
Weight: 5 kg

Presented model is an reconstruction of 15^th century crossbow equipped with bolt. Its maximal range gained 400 metres. The shooting energy was even ten times stronger than shooting with bow. The initial speed was 150 m/s. The highest efficiency was in shooting at 75-90 metres, when quarrel gained maximum speed and could destroy steel plate.
This crossbow was made of wood and Toledan steel.

This model is a replica of a historic, from which you can't give a shot into the long distance.

(AG5F.01)

Materials:

steel, wood

Manufacturer: Denix Spain