PTKM-1R Russian Anti-Vehicle Mine
PTKM-1R
Tank Destroyer
Other
Basic Information
Name
PTKM-1R Russian Anti-Vehicle Mine
Designation
PTKM-1R
Alternate Designation
PTKM-1R
Equipment Type
Tank Destroyer
Manufacturer
Rosoboronexport
Date of Introduction
2021
Description
The PTKM-1R Russian Anti-Vehicle Mine is a top-attack anti-vehicle landmine was recently employed in Ukraine. The PTKM-1R is distinct from conventional anti-vehicle mines in its ability to attack the top of an armored vehicle. The top of a tank or other armored fighting vehicle (AFV) is typically fitted with thinner armor than its front or sides—hence the top is almost always the most vulnerable aspect of an armored vehicle.
System
Alternate Designation
PTKM-1R
Type
Top-Attack Anti-Vehicle Mine
Manufacturer
Rosoboronexport JSC
Sensors
The PTKM-1R’s transporter-launcher is equipped with acoustic and seismic sensors that detect a target by the sound it makes and the ground vibrations it induces. The target is identified by comparing a target’s acoustic and seismic signature with an internal database. The two sets of sensors allow the mine to detect a target vehicle at a distance of 100 meters. Once the target is within 50 meters (and not closer than 5 meters), the necessary flight path of the warhead is calculated. Next, the unit is tilted towards the target and the submunition launched. The submunition is projected to approximately 30 m above the ground. Using infrared and radar sensors, the submunition scans the ground and, once it is over the target, engages it.
Explosively Formed Penetrator (EFP)
The submunition employs an Explosively Formed Penetrator (EFP) to engage the target. An EFP is a metal slug that is formed and accelerated towards a target by an explosion. The PTKM-1R’s EFP is reported to be able to defeat up to 70 mm of armor.
Armor Penetration
70 mm
Self-Destruction Time
1 - 10 days
Note
The PTKM-1R is distinct from conventional anti-vehicle mines in its ability to attack the top of an armored vehicle. The top of a tank or other armored fighting vehicle (AFV) is typically fitted with thinner armor than its front or sides—hence the top is almost always the most vulnerable aspect of an armored vehicle.
Dimensions
Length
INA
Height
510 mm
Diameter
220 mm
Weight
19.9 kg
Explosive Fill Weight
2.8 kg
Details
Country of Origin
Russia
Category
Landmines
Land > Infantry Weapons > Landmines
Filter Label
P
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
—
Width
0.22 m
Height
0.51 m
Weight
19.9 kg
Operators (2)
Russia
Ukraine
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