What is the range of an ancient bow and arrow in meters

The effective range of an ancient bow and arrow is within 120 meters.

The maximum range of an ancient bow and arrow is usually around 200 meters, while the effective range is within 120 meters. Of course, the range of the bow and arrow in different dynasties is also slightly different, mainly with the power of technological development at that time has a lot to do with.

For example, the material of the bow and arrow is different, which will have a certain effect on the range of the bow and arrow, and China in ancient times has already had the concept of the maximum range and effective range, which means that the level of technological development of our country in ancient times has reached a fairly high level, and at the same time, the force is also very strong.

Taking a look at the bow types of the Song Dynasty, the effective range of the bow was within 120 meters. That is to say, the effective exchange of fire between the two sides with bows and arrows after the real unfolding of battle formation was at a distance of 100 meters apart. It's about the same, so after opening up the siege, the distance between the two sides is still relatively close, plus if there are shields, then it can fully support both sides to start the siege.

Arrows of the ancient bow

First of all, it is the arrow with ridges and two wings. This was very common in ancient times and had a spine in the center of the arrow. And the design of this arrow is very aerodynamic, can fly farther, if such a two-winged arrow hit the human body, it is very difficult to pull out, forcibly pulling will also be torn down with the skin and flesh, if the bones are unfortunately hit, then it will be directly injured, and will even leave aftereffects.

The second is the three-pronged arrow. This type of arrow's arrowhead's kind of flat triangle, or a kind of inverted fork type, on both sides there are small knives, this type of arrowhead is more lethal than the previously mentioned arrowheads with ridges and two wings. If you are hit, you will be able to experience the pain of the heart and bones, and will leave very serious after-effects. The Tang Dynasty general Li Siye was hit by such an arrow, and after recovering from a serious injury, he bled to death on a battlefield when his wound burst.