Whether for military, maritime, law enforcement, or outdoor preparedness programs, realism is essential in training. Signal cannons provide a powerful way to simulate authentic conditions, adding audible cues, stress elements, and coordinated signals to training environments. The Winchester Model 98 Signal Cannon is a trusted tool for enhancing drills, marking milestones, and improving responsiveness in a controlled and impactful way.

Simulate Combat, Emergency, or Tactical Scenarios

A cannon blast can trigger immediate reactions, simulate incoming fire, or represent battlefield artillery during military or tactical exercises. Use the Model 98 to immerse trainees in high- pressure decision-making environments where auditory stressors are key to realism.

Mark the Start or End of Training Events

Signal cannons are ideal for marking the beginning or completion of timed drills, competitions, or scenario-based events. Their deep, resonant sound provides a clear, unmistakable cue to begin or end exercises, even across large outdoor training grounds.

Cue Transitions in Multi-Phase Drills

In multi-step exercises, such as disaster response simulations, SAR team drills, or maritime
maneuvers, a cannon blast can signal when it’s time to transition to the next phase. This helps keep trainees on schedule and engaged, especially in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Improve Reaction Time and Team Coordination

Trainees learn to respond to auditory cues with precision. Whether practicing field formations, fleet maneuvers, or crowd control responses, signal cannons reinforce auditory recognition and train participants to act quickly and cohesively.

Reliable for Outdoor, Maritime, or Field Settings

Built to be durable and portable, the Winchester Model 98 can be deployed in virtually any
environment, from naval decks and open fields to mountaintops and forests. Its blank-firing mechanism provides a realistic effect with no projectile or pyrotechnic risk.

Used by Instructors, Military Units, and Outdoor Programs

Training leaders across military academies, survival schools, police departments, and scout
programs trust the Model 98 for its consistent performance and powerful impact. It’s an effective tool for both realism and engagement.

Own a Winchester Model 98 Signal Cannon

At Dunlap Cannon Co., we’re proud to support those who train to lead, protect, and serve. The Model 98 is an essential addition to any training toolkit, offering an unmatched auditory signal to enhance structure, performance, and preparedness.

Train with intensity. Signal with authority.

Let every blast push teams to respond, react, and rise to the occasion, preparing them for real-world situations with sound they won’t forget.