TM-57 mine
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The TM-57 mine is a large circular Russian 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, South East Asia.
[edit] Description
The TM-57 has a larger main charge and improved fusing compared to the earlier TM-46. It is circular with a metal case and a central fuse well. A secondary MUV or VPF fuse can be fitted on the side of the mine. The tilt rod fuse 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.
[edit] 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.
[edit] See also
- TM-46, predecessor.
- Anti-tank mine
- Land mine
