The siege cannon is an early artillery weapon. It was the long-range weapon of Joan of Arc.
Description
The siege cannon was a cast iron barrel mounted on a wooden cart, with an overall weight of 1,350 lbs. The cannonballs were made from granite and weighed between 10 and 12 lbs. The range was measured at 2,200 yards.
Stats
- Total weight: 1,350 lbs
- Ordinance: 10-12 lb stone ball
- Range: 2,200 yards
- Ignitor: Fuse
- Average reload time: 1:05 - 1:40 minutes
Uses
The siege cannon was used to bombard the walls of the castle, continually blasting it until the wall eventually collapsed under its own weight.