PTM-3 mine

The PTM-3 is a Soviet scatterable anti-tank mine that can be deployed either by hand, vehicle, artillery, or helicopter. The mine's case is configured to produce a shaped charge effect on five sides.

Once deployed the mine arms itself after sixty seconds. The mine uses a magnetic influence fuze that detonates the mine when a vehicle passes over it. It is also reported to have an anti-handling device which is sensitive to movement.

Specifications
  • Length: 330 mm
  • Width: 84 mm
  • Weight: 4.9 kg (deployed) / 8.5 kg (in canister)
  • Explosive content: 1.8 kg of TG-40
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