MPM (Type 158) Russian Anti-Vehicle Mine
MPM
Anti-Vehicle Mine
Basic Information
Name
MPM (Type 158) Russian Anti-Vehicle Mine
Designation
MPM
Alternate Designation
MPM; Type 158
Equipment Type
Anti-Vehicle Mine
Manufacturer
—
Date of Introduction
1968
Description
The MPM Russian Anti-Vehicle Mine is mechanical-actuated, delay-armed/fired limpet mine, also known as the Type 158 intended for demolition and sabotage, a copy of the British Mk III.
System
Alternate Designation
MPM; Type 158
Type
Anti-Vehicle Mine
Manufacturer
INA
Body
The limpet mine has a Bakelite body with an open fuze slot at one end and magnets on the flat side for attachment to steel targets.
Fuze
The VZD-3M fuze, which is clipped into place beneath a spring-steel strip, uses a lead-shear delay mechanism similar to that in the Russian PMN landmine. MUV-2, MUV-3 and MUV-4 fuzes, fitted with MD-2 detonator assemblies can also be used. The VZD-3M fuze is supplied with a small bag containing a selection of lead strips for different time delays.
Note #1
The limpet mine can also be used on land and may incorporate a tripwire.
Note #2
The limpet mine has a webbing carrying strap and a magnetic keeper plate that can be strapped to non-magnetic targets.
Dimensions
Length
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Width
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Height
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Weight
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Image Sources
Details
Country of Origin
Russia
Category
Landmines
Land > Infantry Weapons > Landmines
Filter Label
M
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Operators (1)
Russia
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