I looking for something else when I found this excellent animation explaining the design and operation of the main armament of HMS Colossus, the late ironclad launched in 1882. The focus of the animation and the accompanying detailed notes is on loading and firing procedures including the operation of the turrets, hydraulic rammers and ammunition hoists. I found it all very interesting and well worth a look, especially as I have a 1/2400th scale model waiting to be painted in the next project along.
Fascinating video! Thanks for posting.
ReplyDeleteIt must have taken a lot of time and effort to put together. It gives you a real sense of how it would work in wargaming terms.
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