Scrapheap Challenge (1998)

Episode Overview

Title: Power Pitcher Plot: In this episode, the team known as Filth faces off against the reigning champions from Demolition, whether it’s the Chaos Crew or the Beach Boys, tasked with engineering a device that can launch a rugby ball the greatest distance solely using human strength—no motors allowed. They must invent a mechanism that can gradually harness muscle power and release it in a precise manner. Filth chooses to disregard their advisor's guidance and builds a massive crossbow-like contraption. Meanwhile, their opponents opt for a pressurized air cannon. Although the outcome remains a secret, one captain impressively manages to throw the ball further than their own device.