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The \u003cstrong\u003eVELITE wood 3D puzzle ballista\u003c\/strong\u003e invites you to reconstruct one of their most formidable machines: a \u003cstrong\u003emedieval ballista\u003c\/strong\u003e made of \u003cstrong\u003elight-colored plywood\u003c\/strong\u003e, laser-cut, featuring a horizontal \u003cstrong\u003ebow\u003c\/strong\u003e powered by \u003cstrong\u003efour rubber bands\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003egear transmission\u003c\/strong\u003e, a lifting rack to adjust the inclination, a firing trigger, and a \u003cstrong\u003epivoting turret\u003c\/strong\u003e that allows you to aim the device. The kit comes with a \u003cstrong\u003esmall wooden figurine\u003c\/strong\u003e—the machine operator—as well as \u003cstrong\u003ewooden projectiles\u003c\/strong\u003e shaped like rods, to help understand how energy is concretely stored and then released. Intended for \u003cstrong\u003eadults and teenagers aged 14 and up\u003c\/strong\u003e, this model is assembled by interlocking parts and combines the pleasure of construction, a lesson in mechanics, and a decorative piece with a strong personality. Once finished, measuring about 14 cm long and 9 cm high, it will find its place on a desk, in a history library, or in the middle of a figurine collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"aa-title\"\u003eThe model offered\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-vars\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aa-var\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-var-v light\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#C8A06A 0%,#D4B07A 50%,#C0904A 100%)\"\u003eBALLISTA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-var-i\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"aa-var-n\"\u003eMedieval ballista\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"aa-var-d\"\u003eFour-rubber-band bow, gears, inclination rack, trigger, and pivoting turret; approx. 14 cm long, approx. 7.5 cm base, 9 cm high; wooden figurine and projectiles included\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-mat\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStoring energy, then releasing it: the mechanics of the ballista\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ballista is a bolt-thrower developed by Greek engineers and later perfected by the Romans, who used it both during sieges and on ramparts. Its principle can be summarized in one sentence: you \u003cstrong\u003eaccumulate elastic energy\u003c\/strong\u003e by tensioning a bow or bundles of twisted ropes, then release it in one go onto the projectile. The \u003cstrong\u003ewinch\u003c\/strong\u003e plays a key role: thanks to the leverage effect of its crank and axle, it allows a rope to be tightened much more strongly than with arms alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Middle Ages, large rampart crossbows and espringals extended this family of engines. The \u003cstrong\u003epivot\u003c\/strong\u003e of the carriage allows for lateral aiming, while the rigidity of the frame determines the precision of the shot. By rebuilding VELITE, one sees very concretely how these elements articulate to form a real machine: four rubber bands serve as an energy reservoir, a gear transmission arms the mechanism, a ratchet rack adjusts the inclination, a trigger releases the shot, and a pivoting turret ensures lateral aiming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"aa-title\"\u003eWhy you will love it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-ben\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aa-b\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"ic\"\u003e⚔\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"tt\"\u003eA reconstructed siege machine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ds\"\u003eBow, gear transmission, and pivoting turret bring an iconic engine of military history to life.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aa-b\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"ic\"\u003e⚙\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"tt\"\u003eMechanics at your fingertips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ds\"\u003eThe assembly shows how gears arm the bow, how four rubber bands store energy, and how the trigger releases it.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aa-b\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"ic\"\u003e✦\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"tt\"\u003eA figurine for scale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ds\"\u003eThe small wooden operator, about 7 cm tall, brings the scene to life and lets you appreciate the proportions of the machine.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aa-b\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"ic\"\u003e➤\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"tt\"\u003eProjectiles provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ds\"\u003eWooden rods complete the model and illustrate the type of bolts the ballista fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aa-b\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"ic\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"tt\"\u003eDual-axis aiming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ds\"\u003eThe pivoting turret rotates the engine, while the ratchet rack adjusts its inclination.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aa-b\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"ic\"\u003e❖\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"tt\"\u003eA setting for history enthusiasts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ds\"\u003eWhether between two books on fortresses or next to figurines, it imposes its character.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-des brun\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"t\"\u003eOn the wall walk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"x\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDawn breaks over a besieged citadel. On the wall walk, an operator turns the \u003cstrong\u003ewinch\u003c\/strong\u003e in small, steady movements; the rope tightens, the wood of the bow groans. His captain adjusts the carriage a quarter-turn on its \u003cstrong\u003epivot\u003c\/strong\u003e, aims at the approaching siege tower, and waits for the signal. For centuries, these precise movements decided the fate of strongholds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVELITE captures this suspended moment in light wood. The operator figurine, placed next to the machine, tells the story of \u003cstrong\u003eartillerymen before artillery\u003c\/strong\u003e—technicians who intuitively understood the laws of leverage and elasticity long before they were written into equations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDisplayed on a shelf, the ballista no longer threatens anyone: it becomes a \u003cstrong\u003ewitness to human ingenuity\u003c\/strong\u003e and an excellent entry point for discussing history and physics with a curious teenager.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-steps\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAssemble and display the ballista\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aa-step\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"aa-step-n\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"aa-step-c\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild the base and its pivoting turret.\u003c\/strong\u003e Stability and orientation depend on it: ensure it rests perfectly flat.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aa-step\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"aa-step-n\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"aa-step-c\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssemble the carriage and the transmission.\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow the instructions scrupulously: the gears and the inclination rack must function without rubbing against the sides of the carriage.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aa-step\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"aa-step-n\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"aa-step-c\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall the bow and its four rubber bands.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the part subject to stress: fit it together with precision, without forcing it, and check the symmetry of the rubber bands on each side.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aa-step\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"aa-step-n\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"aa-step-c\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet up the scene.\u003c\/strong\u003e Position the figurine and store the projectiles next to the machine; if you test the trigger, only aim at an inanimate target, never at a person or animal.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"aa-title\"\u003eBallista, catapult, or trebuchet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-cmp\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eCriteria\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eBallista (VELITE model)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eTorsion catapult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eCounterweight trebuchet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eTension of a bow or ropes (four rubber bands in the model)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eTorsion of a rope bundle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eFalling of a counterweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr class=\"hl\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical projectile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eBolts, quarrels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eStones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge stone blocks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eTrajectory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat, mostly horizontal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-arched\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSteeply arched\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr class=\"hl\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eStrength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eShooting precision\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eCompactness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eTension system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eWinch (gear transmission in the model)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eWinch or lever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eWinch to raise the counterweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr class=\"hl\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded in this kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, approx. 14 × 7.5 × 9 cm, with figurine and wooden projectiles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-info\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/strong\u003e the manufacturer's photos do advertise a \u003cstrong\u003efiring function\u003c\/strong\u003e (trigger, four-rubber-band bow), but specify neither the \u003cstrong\u003epower\u003c\/strong\u003e of the mechanism, nor the range of the projectiles, nor their exact number (two wooden bolts are visible). VELITE is primarily a \u003cstrong\u003ehistorical and decorative model\u003c\/strong\u003e; we do not present it as a firing toy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-tip\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e for a successful presentation, orient the ballista at a three-quarter angle, bow facing into the room, and place the figurine near the trigger as if it were about to fire. Store the projectiles in a small box nearby so as not to misplace them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"aa-title\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-sp\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e3D wooden puzzle, mechanical model to build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMedieval ballista\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eLight-colored plywood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eParts manufacturing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eLaser cutting and engraving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eAssembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eInterlocking parts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMechanical elements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eFour-rubber-band bow, gear transmission, ratchet rack for inclination, firing trigger, pivoting turret\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eAccessories provided\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall wooden figurine, wooden projectiles (bolts)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of projectiles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNot communicated (two bolts visible in photos)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003ePower and range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNot communicated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended age\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e14 years and up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eCE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions once assembled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eBallista: approx. 14 cm long, approx. 7.5 cm base, approx. 9 cm high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eFigurine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 3 cm wide × 7 cm high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of parts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNot communicated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-warn\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003enever aim at a person or animal\u003c\/strong\u003e, even while playing, and never look down the axis of the machine when it is loaded. The kit contains \u003cstrong\u003esmall parts\u003c\/strong\u003e and projectiles not suitable for children under 3 years old; recommended for ages 14+. Never replace the provided projectiles with hard or sharp objects, and do not leave the ballista loaded unattended. \u003cstrong\u003eKeep the model away from fire\u003c\/strong\u003e, as indicated by the manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-gift\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA gift for strategists and curious minds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVELITE will delight \u003cstrong\u003emedieval history enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e, fans of strategy games and reenactment, regular visitors to castles, and high school students preparing presentations on war machines. It makes a great gift for a birthday, Christmas, Father's Day, or as a colleague gift for an engineer who loves to understand how things work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo continue the discovery, browse our other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/casse-tetes-et-bureau\"\u003epuzzles and wooden models\u003c\/a\u003e, the Labo's \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/physique-et-mouvement\"\u003ephysics and movement\u003c\/a\u003e collection, as well as all of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/objets-scientifiques\"\u003escientific objects\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"aa-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aa-faq\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"aa-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan the VELITE ballista really fire?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"aa-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, a \u003cstrong\u003efiring function\u003c\/strong\u003e is advertised: the bow is powered by \u003cstrong\u003efour rubber bands\u003c\/strong\u003e, a gear transmission arms the mechanism, a ratchet rack adjusts the inclination, and a trigger releases the bolt. The model comes with wooden projectiles. However, the manufacturer does not communicate the power of the mechanism or the range of the shots. Therefore, we present it primarily as a \u003cstrong\u003ehistorical and decorative model\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you operate the mechanism, do so with moderation, always towards an inanimate target and in an open space. Never aim at a person or animal, and do not leave the model loaded permanently: prolonged tension fatigues the wood of the bow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"aa-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat exactly does the kit contain?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"aa-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to available information, the kit includes laser-cut pieces in \u003cstrong\u003elight-colored plywood\u003c\/strong\u003e to build the ballista, a \u003cstrong\u003esmall wooden figurine\u003c\/strong\u003e representing the machine operator, about 7 cm tall, and \u003cstrong\u003ewooden projectiles\u003c\/strong\u003e shaped like bolts (two are visible in the photos). The mechanism works with four rubber bands, and the assembly is guided by a manual and pre-cut boards. The exact number of parts and projectiles is not communicated by the manufacturer. Assembly is done by interlocking parts. Check the contents of the boards before starting and keep the projectiles in a small box so they don't get lost once the model is displayed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"aa-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between a ballista and a catapult?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"aa-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are often confused, but their operation differs. The \u003cstrong\u003eballista\u003c\/strong\u003e stores its energy in the tension of a bow or ropes and projects bolts along a \u003cstrong\u003eflat trajectory\u003c\/strong\u003e, almost horizontal: it is a precision weapon, similar to a giant crossbow. The catapult uses a pivoting arm to launch stones in an arched trajectory, to pass over walls. As for the trebuchet, it derives its power from the fall of a heavy counterweight. VELITE illustrates the first principle, with four rubber bands for propulsion, a rack for adjusting inclination, and a pivoting turret for aiming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"aa-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this model suitable for a teenager?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"aa-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the manufacturer recommends it for ages \u003cstrong\u003e14 and up\u003c\/strong\u003e. The assembly stimulates plan reading, precision, and the understanding of mechanics, and the subject often fascinates teenagers attracted to history or strategy games. We do, however, advise that an adult reiterate the \u003cstrong\u003esafety rules\u003c\/strong\u003e before any manipulation of the mechanism: never aim at a person or animal, do not look down the firing axis, and do not replace the provided projectiles with hard or sharp objects. Younger children should be kept away from small parts and rods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"aa-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow long does it take to build?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"aa-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer does not specify the \u003cstrong\u003enumber of parts\u003c\/strong\u003e or the assembly time, and we do not wish to invent a figure. Construction naturally breaks down into three stages: the pivoting base, the carriage with its gear transmission, and finally the bow, its rubber bands, and the staging. This progression allows you to work in \u003cstrong\u003eseveral sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e without losing track. The part requiring the most care is generally the bow and the gears, as their proper alignment conditions the mechanism's function. Take the time to verify that each element moves freely before moving to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"aa-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the pivot allow the ballista to be aimed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"aa-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the ballista rests on a \u003cstrong\u003epivoting turret\u003c\/strong\u003e, as shown in the manufacturer's photos, which reproduces the lateral aiming of historical rampart engines. A ratchet rack also allows the inclination of the bow to be adjusted. This lets you choose the orientation of the machine for display: three-quarter view, profile, or facing the room. Handle the pivot gently, holding the base with one hand and the carriage with the other, rather than pushing on the bow. If the rotation becomes stiff after assembly, check that no tab is sticking out and rubbing; a light \u003cstrong\u003efine sanding\u003c\/strong\u003e is usually enough to restore smooth movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails class=\"aa-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow to preserve the model over time?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"aa-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid leaving the bow and its rubber bands \u003cstrong\u003eunder tension\u003c\/strong\u003e permanently: the wood, if stressed for a long time, loses its flexibility. Display VELITE at rest, away from direct sunlight, humidity, and, as requested by the manufacturer, \u003cstrong\u003eaway from any flame\u003c\/strong\u003e or heat source. Dust it with a soft brush that can pass between the gears and the carriage parts. Keep the figurine and projectiles in a small box when not using them for display. Finally, move the model by holding it by its base, never by the bow, which remains the most stressed part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[\n{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"La baliste VELITE peut-elle réellement tirer ?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Oui, une fonction de tir est annoncée : arc animé par quatre élastiques, transmission à engrenages, crémaillère d'inclinaison et gâchette, avec des projectiles en bois. Le fabricant ne communique ni la puissance ni la portée, et nous la présentons avant tout comme une maquette décorative. Visez uniquement une cible inerte, jamais une personne ou un animal.\"}},\n{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Que contient exactement le kit ?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Le kit comprend les pièces en contreplaqué découpées au laser, une notice, une petite figurine en bois d'environ 7 cm de haut et des projectiles en bois en forme de traits, dont deux visibles sur les photos. Le mécanisme fonctionne avec quatre élastiques. Le nombre exact de pièces et de projectiles n'est pas communiqué ; l'assemblage se fait par emboîtement.\"}},\n{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Quelle différence entre une baliste et une catapulte ?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"La baliste stocke son énergie dans la tension d'un arc ou de cordes et projette des traits selon une trajectoire tendue, comme une arbalète géante. La catapulte lance des pierres en cloche grâce à un bras qui bascule, et le trébuchet utilise la chute d'un contrepoids. VELITE illustre le premier principe, avec élastiques, crémaillère d'inclinaison et tourelle pivotante.\"}},\n{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Ce modèle est-il adapté à un adolescent ?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Oui, le fabricant le recommande à partir de 14 ans. Un adulte doit rappeler les règles de sécurité avant toute manipulation du mécanisme : ne jamais viser une personne ou un animal, ne pas regarder dans l'axe de tir et ne pas remplacer les projectiles fournis par des objets durs ou pointus. Les jeunes enfants restent à l'écart des petites pièces.\"}},\n{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Combien de temps faut-il pour la construire ?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Le fabricant ne précise ni le nombre de pièces ni la durée de montage. La construction se fait naturellement en trois temps : base pivotante, affût et transmission à engrenages, puis arc, élastiques et mise en scène, ce qui permet plusieurs séances. L'arc et les engrenages demandent le plus de soin, car leur alignement conditionne le fonctionnement du mécanisme.\"}},\n{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Le pivot permet-il d'orienter la baliste ?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Oui, la baliste repose sur une tourelle pivotante qui reproduit le pointage latéral des engins de rempart, et une crémaillère à cliquet règle l'inclinaison de l'arc. Manipulez la tourelle en tenant la base d'une main et l'affût de l'autre, sans pousser sur l'arc. Si la rotation est dure, un léger ponçage d'une languette qui frotte suffit généralement.\"}},\n{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Comment conserver la maquette dans le temps ?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Ne laissez pas l'arc et ses élastiques sous tension en permanence, car ils perdent leur souplesse. Exposez la baliste au repos, à l'abri du soleil, de l'humidité et loin de toute flamme, comme le demande le fabricant. 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