Koguryo’s Catapult (Machine bow)

The catapults used in the period of Koguryo were excellent in their structure, operating principle and processing technique.

We pride in its excellence as it has a sight line which can also be found in present-day weapons although this is a relic of the 1st century B.C.- 1st century A.D.

Weapon experts of other countries' evaluated as follows.

"Its simple and peculiar structure amazes the people of today. It's interesting to know that it works like today's rifle. It's amazing that it was designed two thousand years ago."