Floating Axle Trebuchets (F-Series)

The axle of these trebuchets is wheeled and is allowed to roll along a rail or track.

Power Source

Usually gravity or springs.

Advantages

  • Straighter counterweight drop
  • Reduces frame stress
  • Increased efficiency

Disadvantages

  • Track Gap in many designs
  • Hard to build

Floating Axle Trebuchet Types

Pictures

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J-Buchet Cocked
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GBB finished cocked
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