37mm Parrott Rifle

Published on March 5, 2015
Duration: 18:42

This review showcases a half-scale 37mm Parrott Rifle replica, featuring a custom carriage and a 1.5lb pure lead Minie-style projectile. The demonstration highlights historical loading procedures, safety precautions, and the cannon's impressive kinetic energy during live-fire tests against various targets. A 'canister shot' replication using buckshot illustrates its devastating anti-personnel capability.

Quick Summary

The 37mm Parrott Rifle replica fires a 1.5-pound pure lead Minie-style projectile using a 3.5-ounce black powder charge. Loading requires seating the powder, mopping the bore, covering the vent for vacuum, and ramming the projectile home before ignition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: 37mm Parrott Rifle Replica
  2. 01:02Ammunition: 1.5lb Projectile & Black Powder Charge
  3. 02:12Historical Context: Cannon Crew Roles
  4. 03:05Loading Procedure & Safety
  5. 05:32Live Fire Testing: Targets & Impact
  6. 15:25Canister Shot Demonstration: Buckshot Spread

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key components of the 37mm Parrott Rifle replica shown?

The replica features a South Bend Replicas casting bored for a 37mm WWII deck gun barrel sleeve, mounted on a custom carriage with Amish-made ash wheels.

What type of ammunition and propellant is used in the 37mm Parrott Rifle?

It fires a custom-molded, 1.5-pound pure lead Minie-style projectile, propelled by a 3.5-ounce charge of cannon-grade black powder.

What is the historical crew size for a cannon like the Parrott Rifle?

Historically, a full crew for such artillery typically consisted of eight men, each assigned specific numbered roles under the command of a gunner.

How is the 37mm Parrott Rifle loaded and fired?

Loading involves seating the powder charge, mopping the bore, covering the vent to create a vacuum, ramming the projectile, and then igniting the charge via the vent.

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