TMB and TMSB series mines
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The TMB-1,TMB-2, and TMSB were a round Soviet minimum metal anti-tank mines used during the Second World War. Both mines were similar in design, differing only in size, with the TMB-2 being the larger.
The mines bodies were constructed from asphalt impregnated cardboard with internal wooden slats for strengthening. A central glass pressure plug sat over a MV-5 pressure fuze. Downward pressure of about 26 pounds causes the case to give way, triggering the mine.
The mine was normally employed in minefields mixed with metal cased anti-tank mines. The mines were also easy to fit with anti-handling devices.
[edit] Specifications
| TMB-1 | TMB-2 | TMSB | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diameter | 10 5/8 inches | 10 3/4 inches | 11 3/8 inches |
| Height | 5 1/4 inches | 6 inches | 6 5/8 inches |
| Weight | 14.5 lbs | 15.4 lbs | 17.6 lbs |
| Explosive content | 11 lbs of Amatol with a 50 gram booster charge. |
11 lbs of Amatol with a 75 gram booster charge |
13 lbs |
