Description
The Mine E.P. Mk V consists of three principal components: the loaded mine body, the exploder mechanism, and the mine cover. The cover is fastened to the mine body by three pins, which engage slots provided in three retaining straps attached to the mine body.
The mine body is mushroom-shaped and contains a central well for the insertion of the special exploder.
This mine is used as a defense against armored cars, tanks, and other vehicles. The mine will break the tracks of light or medium tanks and disable vehicles.
Functioning
No information about functioning.
See Also
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Source(s)
OP 1665, British Explosive Ordnance (1946)
