Wood and Brass Cannon

CARRONADE 32-POUNDER 1770-1860s Kit

 
The carronade was a cast iron smoothbore, developed by Charles Gascoigne, manager of the Carron Ironworks in Falkirk, Scotland. Carronades were shorter and lighter than equivalent long guns. But, the advantage in weapon weight was offset by a much shorter range. Shot from a 32-pounder long gun traveled nearly a mile. Discharged from a 32-pounder carronade, the same shot traveled less than 1,000 yards.
The low muzzle velocity of the carronade’s round shot inflicted a lot of damage, leading to its nickname, the “masher.” It could also be loaded with chain, hot shot, musket balls, or scrap metal, making it an effective weapon in naval warfare. It was capable of raking the deck of an enemy ship, setting it afire, or shredding its sails and rigging. Carronades were used from the 1770s to the 1860s.

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#195-969-6 Carronade 32 pounder kit
• Historically accurate and perfectly scaled
• Cleanly cast Britannia metal components
• Authentically detailed cannon barrel
• One-piece ready to assemble wheels
• Clearly written illustrated instructions
• Easy to build - assembly and painting time 5-10 hours
Dimensions: Length: 8-1/4" Width: 3-1/2" Height: 4-1/2" Scale:1/24 Price: US$100.00 on special US$85.95

 

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