Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, 6-Pdr. Field Gun 1841 is free to download from MyMiniFactory. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from MyMiniFactory" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by MyMiniFactory. Use the "Download from MyMiniFactory" link on this page to open the original listing and grab the file, or save it to your print queue in the free Thinger app.

Designed by Michael Christou, published on MyMiniFactory. Please credit the creator when sharing your print.

Can I print this at home?

Yes. This is a printable 3D model intended for home FDM and resin printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings.

6-Pdr. Field Gun 1841 3D printable model by Michael Christou

6-Pdr. Field Gun 1841

Source: MyMiniFactory by Michael Christou

The 6-Pdr. Field Gun 1841 is a free printable 3D model from MyMiniFactory by Michael Christou. This is the 6-pounder field gun of 1841 as it was used in the american civil war.I tried to model as accurate as possible but some parts had to be slightly changed to make them. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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Tags: gun, cannon

About this model

This is the 6-pounder field gun of 1841 as it was used in the american civil war.I tried to model as accurate as possible but some parts had to be slightly changed to make them printable. I scaled it to about 1:12 so you can use the same wheels as for the "Cannon from Castle of Buedingen" The drawing below was used as a template: Additional you need:- 3 mm x 190mm shaft from brass for the axle. You can flatten the ends with a hammer. Then drill a 1,5 mm hole.- Some nails and needles to fasten the fittings.- 3 threaded rods M3 x 40mm to fasten the cheeks- 1 threaded rod M3 x 18mm for the elevator - 1 threaded rod M3 x 22mm to fasten the stock- 4 theaded rods M2 x 10mm with nuts and washers for underneath cheeksIn case you take metal hexagonal nuts better blacken them by heating and, if poss…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. 6-Pdr. Field Gun 1841 is free to download from MyMiniFactory. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from MyMiniFactory" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by MyMiniFactory, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by Michael Christou.
Who made this model?: Designed by Michael Christou, published on MyMiniFactory. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
Can I print this at home?: Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.