Description
The Type 72C AP mine is a second "look-a-like" version of the Type 72 AP mine. It is intended to function both as an AP mine and as a boobytrap device.
The danger involved in minefield clearance where these mines are present is augmented by two related antipersonnel mines. China manufactures two devices, the Type 72B and Type 72C, which are externally identical to the Type 72 which is a simple pressure fuzed antipersonnel mine. The Type 72B has an electronic fuze, delay arms, has a functioning pressure fuze, detonates if moved, and has three selectable self-destruct settings. The Type 72C has a mechanical fuze, delay arms, has a functioning pressure fuze, and detonates if moved.
The green color is characteristic of other Chinese devices manufactured out of plastic.
Functioning
No information about functioning.
Hazardous Components
No information about hazardous components.
See Also
Source(s)
Afghanistan Ordnance ID Guide, Volume 1 (2004)
