A sprinkler is disclosed for improved flow characteristics. The sprinkler
has a sprinkler head rotatably supported for distributing water and
defining a flow channel for directing water flow therethrough with
reduced head loss. The flow channel has a smoothly tapered portion for
receiving water and channeling the water towards an outlet in
communication with a first nozzle for distributing the water. The flow
channel with reduced head loss produces a greater throw distance at a
lower trajectory with a lower flow rate and pressure. The flow channel
may be formed within a flow channel member positioned within the
sprinkler head. The flow channel member may cooperate with the sprinkler
head to define a cavity allowing water to pass through the cavity from
the flow channel for emission from a plurality of other nozzles.