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Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks Architecture Cobi
Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks Architecture Cobi
Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks Architecture Cobi
Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks Architecture Cobi
Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks Architecture Cobi
Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks Architecture Cobi
Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks Architecture Cobi
Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks Architecture Cobi
Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks Architecture Cobi
Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks Architecture Cobi
Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks Architecture Cobi
Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks Architecture Cobi
Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks Architecture Cobi
Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks Architecture Cobi

Roman Onager brick model - COBI 20068 - 170 bricks

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Model Spec.
  • 170 bricks
  • Figures: 1
  • Model dimensions: see images for details
  • Bodywork with pad printing
  • Easy-to-follow instruction manual
  • Compatible with other leading brands of construction blocks
History.

The Roman onager, a type of ancient catapult, was a pivotal siege weapon in Roman warfare. Originating around the 3rd century AD, the onager was named after a wild donkey, known for its powerful kick, reflecting the weapon's forceful launch. It was an evolution of earlier Greek and Roman artillery, like the ballista, but with a simpler, more robust design suited to hurling large stones.

The onager operated using a single vertical arm with a sling at the end, which was pulled down by tensioned ropes or sinew. When released, it would hurl projectiles with tremendous force, primarily used to batter fortifications or terrorise enemy troops. The onager was particularly effective in sieges, capable of demolishing walls and causing havoc within enemy strongholds.

Despite its power, the onager's accuracy was limited, and it was gradually supplanted by more advanced siege engines as military technology evolved.

 

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  • ★★★★★ Simon C.

    I think this is overall a nice model. Easy and enjoyable build. I think it would of helped if the catapult could be 'fix' to the base by itself, rather than relying on being 'locked' into place by green blocks. This would strengthen construction and ease of display. The detail and character is go...

  • ★★★★★ david s.

    The Roman Onager is great little build, infact at only £20 its a bargain. With only 173 pieces and one mini figure, its not quite as easy as you would like. With many small parts, and several sub assemblies to build the main part of the onager it can be quite tricky to put together. But with pati...

  • ★★★★★ Mark C.

    Well now, what’s an aeroplane afficionado like me doing buying a flipping onager? Well, I am interested in all military history, so when I saw the Cobi Roman Empire offering I thought I’d give at least one of them a go, and the onager seemed a reasonable balance between cost and content. So, how...

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