Trebuchet

The trebuchet was the dominant siege weapon in Europe from 850AD to 1350AD, lasting 100 years after the introduction of gunpowder. In England it was called an Ingenium, and the technicians which worked on the weapon were Ingeniators (Engineers). Larger versions were able to throw large stones, cows or even shunned negotiators. Rotting flesh was also popular.

How it works.

Trebuchets were the final stage of development in the line of medieval siege engines; they followed catapults, onagers, ballistas, and such implements ~. They’re also a lot of fun to use to fling things around.

Plans, Kits and a Calculator to help you build a real one.

For people who like to hurl!

Custom build your TREB to take on three separate challenges: distance, accuracy and power.

Thor – the biggest siege weapon ever built in the history of the world. Video.

A Trebuchet can cause injury, death and/or damage to property, either through construction, operation, misuse, component failure, errant (or deliberate) aiming, impact of payload, etc. I assume NO responsibility for any use of the material contained herein.

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