Type 63 AT mine

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The Type 63 mine is a large circular Japanese minimum metal anti-tank blast mine. The mine doesn't float and is waterproof, enabling it to be used in shallow water. The mine uses a standard pressure fuze, with three ball bearings retaining a striker over a detonator assembly. A variant the Type 63B has secondary fuze wells for use with anti-handling devices.

[edit] Specifications

  • Diameter: 305 mm
  • Height: 216 mm
  • Weight: 14.5 kg
  • Explosive content: 11 kg of Composition B
  • Operating pressure: 181 kg

[edit] References

  • Jane's Mines and Mine Clearance 2005-2006
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