PMZ-40 Russian Multi-Purpose Landmine
PMZ-40
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Basic Information
Name
PMZ-40 Russian Multi-Purpose Landmine
Designation
PMZ-40
Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
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Manufacturer
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Date of Introduction
1939
Description
The PMZ-40 was a circular metal-cased Soviet multi-purpose landmine used during the Second World War. It was similar in design to the earlier Finnish Panssarimiina m/36 which was used during the Winter War. The mine had a serrated lower edge that allowed it to be deployed on sheet ice. The pressure plate was held over the fuse by four sheer bolts, rotating the pressure plate allows it to rest directly on the fuse, making it sensitive enough to be used as an anti-personnel mine. The mine proved to be too dangerous to use, and was replaced by the TM-41 anti-tank mine.
System
Emplacement Method
manual
Length
D: 280 mm
Width
INA
Height
120 mm
Kill Mechanism
blast
Effective Range
contact
Detectability/ Composition
Easy, steel
Anti-Handling
possible no 2nd fuze well or AD features
Fuze Type/Self Neutralize
pressure
(225 AT or 68 AP)
self-destruct or neutralize: no
Explosive Type & Weight/Total Weight (kg)
TNT
3.6
Total: 9
Comment
The AP/AT feature allows a single type mine to be used in a mixed minefield. Preferable in roadblocks. Replaced by the TM- 41 AT mine.
Details
Country of Origin
Russia
Category
Other Types of Landmines
Land > Infantry Weapons > Other Types of Landmines
Filter Label
P
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
0.28 m
Width
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Height
0.12 m
Weight
—
Operators (1)
Russia
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