The galiot was a smaller, lighter version of the war galley, typically fitted with around sixteen banks of oars and one or two masts, favored by Barbary corsairs for fast raiding voyages that a full-sized galley’s expense could not justify.
Quick Facts
| Ship Class | Oar-powered Warship |
|---|---|
| Era Used | 16th-18th century |
| Typical Crew | 100-150 |
| Guns / Cannons | light bow guns |
| Speed / Handling | Fast, lighter than a full galley |
| Notable Use | A favored quick-raiding vessel of Barbary corsairs |
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