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Demi-culverin : ウィキペディア英語版 | Demi-culverin
The demi-culverin was a medium cannon similar to but slightly larger than a saker and smaller than a regular culverin developed in the late 16th century.〔(''Artillery through the ages'' )〕 Barrels of demi-culverins were typically about long, had a calibre of and could weigh up to . It required of black powder to fire an round shot (though there were heavier variants firing or round shot). The demi-culverin had an effective range of .〔〔(''English ordinance 1626 to 1643'' )〕 Demi-culverins were valued by generals for their range, accuracy and effectiveness. They were often used in sieges for wall and building demolition.〔 ==See also==
*Culverin
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