Floating Axle Trebuchet 2000 (F2k)

A Floating Axle Trebuchet where the wheeled axle is lifted above the track for the first part of the throw allowing more counterweight drop.

Machines

Power Source

Gravity or Springs

Advantages over FAT

  • Increased drop and range
  • Increased variability in arm ratio

Disadvantages over FAT

  • Lower efficiency
  • Increased stresses

Pictures

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