demi-culverin
The demi-culverin was a medium cannon similar to but slightly larger than a saker and smaller than a regular culverin developed in the late 16th century. Barrels of demi-culverins were typically about 11 ft long, had a calibre of 4 in and could weigh up to 3400 lb. The gun required 6 lb of black powder to fire an 8 lb round shot (though there were heavier variants firing 9 lb or 10 lb round shot).
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The demi-culverin was a medium cannon similar to but slightly larger than a saker and smaller than a regular culverin developed in the late 16th century. Barrels of demi-culverins were typically about 11 ft long, had a calibre of 4 in and could weigh up to 3400 lb. The gun required 6 lb of black powder to fire an 8 lb round shot (though there were heavier variants firing 9 lb or 10 lb round shot).
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The demi-culverin had an effective range of 1800 ft. • Illustration — Demi-culverin cast circa 1587 Demi-culverins were valued by generals for their range, accuracy and effectiveness. They were often used in sieges for wall and building demolition.
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