A TM-57 with a tilt-rod fuze

The TM-57 mine is a large circular Russian metal cased blast anti-tank mine. It can either be triggered by a pressure or a tilt-rod fuze. A development of the TM-46 mine, it is found in Africa, the Middle East, and South East Asia.

[edit] Description

The TM-57 has a larger main charge and improved fuzing compared to the earlier TM-46. It is circular with a metal case and a central fuze well. A secondary MUV or VPF fuse can be fitted on the side of the mine. The tilt rod fuze gives the mine improved resistance to blast; it is activated when it is forced to a deflection of 25 to 30 degrees. A training version of the mine that produces smoke is designated the TM-60.

[edit] Specifications

• Diameter: 316 mm
• Height: 102 mm
• Operating pressure: 120–400 kg or 21 kg tilt.
• Weight: 8.47 kg
• Explosive content: 6.34 kg of TNT, TGA (RDX/TNT/Aluminium) or MS (RDX/TNT/Aluminium/Wax)
• Fuse:
  • MVZ-57 pressure.
  • MVSh-57 tilt with MD019 detonator.

[edit] See also

• Photos showing the effects of a TM-57 mine on a NATO patrol vehicle in 2003
• TM-46 mine, predecessor.
• Anti-tank mine
• Land mine