TM-57 mine
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The TM-57 mine is a large, circular Soviet metal-cased blast anti-tank mine. It can either be triggered by a pressure or a tilt-rod fuze. A development of the TM-46 mine, it is found in Africa, the Middle East, and South East Asia.
Description
The TM-57 has a larger main charge and improved fuzing compared to the earlier TM-46. It is circular with a metal case and a central fuze well. A secondary pull-action fuze MUV-2 (Rus. МУВ-2) or VPF (Rus. ВПФ) pull and tilt fuze can be fitted on the side of the mine, which serves as an anti-handling device. The tilt rod fuze gives the mine improved resistance to blast; it is activated when it is forced to a deflection of 25 to 30 degrees. A training version of the mine that produces smoke is designated the TM-60.
Specifications
- Diameter: 316 mm
- Height: 102 mm
- Operating pressure: 120–400 kg or 21 kg tilt.
- Weight: 8.47 kg
- Explosive content: 6.34 kg of TNT, TGA (RDX/TNT/Aluminium) or MS (RDX/TNT/Aluminium/Wax)
- Fuse:
- MVZ-57 pressure.
- MVSh-57 tilt with MD019 detonator.
See also
- Land mine
References
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