The Byzantine dromone, which was used in the 6th and 7th centuries, was an evolution of the Roman galleys. This type of ship also had a closed deck to protect the helm crew from attack, and to house throwing machines and marines. In addition, the ships were still equipped with a ramming spur and the Greek fire.
In the 9th to 12th centuries, the rudder rows superimposed and replaced with a series and larger and heavier oars. Likewise, a deck fort was erected for the soldiers.
Technical specifications:
| Length: | Up to 50 meters |
| Width: | 5,5 meters |
| Number of oarsmen: | 100 per page |
| Number of sails: | 0, later 1 |
| Arming: | pile spur, throwing machines, Greek fire |
Byzantine Dromone
Dromone from the 9th to the 12th century
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