The Papo Cannon Pirate figure presents an imaginative pirate armed with an oversized shoulder cannon, ready to unleash a devastating blast during a boarding action. With his determined expression, skull-adorned tricorne hat, and bag of cannonballs, this colorful figure adds a touch of fantasy to any pirate collection.
The Papo Cannon Pirate measures: 3.5" H
This unique figure features a pirate carrying an oversized shoulder-mounted cannon, an eye-catching design that sets it apart from more traditional pirate figures. The sculpt includes a classic tricorne hat decorated with a skull emblem, weathered pirate clothing, and a pouch of cannonballs slung at his side. His determined facial expression and action pose create the impression that he is about to unleash a powerful attack.
The detailed sculpting and hand-painted finish make this one of Papo's more imaginative pirate figures, blending classic pirate themes with fantasy-inspired weaponry for dramatic display.
Real pirates of the 17th and 18th centuries relied on ship-mounted cannons rather than portable artillery. Cannons were used to damage enemy ships, disable rigging, or intimidate merchant vessels into surrendering before a boarding action. Once ships were alongside each other, pirates typically fought with cutlasses, pistols, boarding axes, knives, and other handheld weapons.
Because naval cannons commonly weighed hundreds or even thousands of pounds, no pirate could realistically carry or fire one from the shoulder. The oversized weapon featured on this figure is therefore a fantasy element designed to create a dramatic and memorable character rather than represent historical pirate equipment.
Made of durable synthetic material by Papo. Hand Painted.
Product Code: PAPO-39439
Model Number: Papo #39439
Brand: Papo
3+ Years
Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.
