Description
This antipersonnel mine has a cylindrical cast-iron case in the shape of a beer stein with handle. It weighs 4.5 pounds and is 6 inches in diameter and 12 inches high. The open end of the mine is closed by a pivoted metal disk. This mine is fired either electrically or by pull or pressure.
The mine is normally laid as a controlled mine, detonated by a concealed observer. Usually two or more mines are connected with electrical wire and placed at 3-foot intervals. The mines are laid with the open end down and can be ignited simultaneously from one observation post. A current of 120 volts is required for detonation. If laid with a pull or pressure fuze, the mine is laid with the open end up.
Functioning
Ignition of the fuze explodes the detonator and the main charge, shattering the iron shell.
Hazardous Components
No information about hazardous components.
Physical Data
Diameter - 6 in. (152 mm)
Height - 12 in. (305 mm)
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