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M/71 mine

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The M/71 is a large Egyptian metal-cased anti-tank blast mine based on the Russian TM-46 landmine. It is found in Egypt and Somalia. The mine is normally painted sand colored. The fuse is susceptible to overpressure and the mine is easily detectable.

Specifications[edit]

Weight: 9.8 kilograms (22 lb)
Explosive content: 6.25 kilograms (13.8 lb) of TNT
Diameter: 315 millimetres (12.4 in)
Height: 100 millimetres (3.9 in)
Operating pressure: 150 to 300 kilograms (330 to 660 lb)

References[edit]

Jane's Mines and Mine Clearance 2005-2006^{[full citation needed]}

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