Roman Catapult (Onager) 1/72 Linear-A-092

The onager was a powerful siege machine used by the Romans to launch projectiles against enemy fortifications. Its design was based on a torsion system with braided ropes of sinew or horsehair, which stored energy to propel heavy stones or incendiary balls over great distances. Its structure consisted of a large wooden beam with a spoon or sling at the end to launch the projectiles. It was mainly used in sieges to demolish walls and sow chaos in enemy cities. Its power and efficiency made it one of the main Roman weapons.