PTM-1
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The PTM-1 (Russian: ПТМ-1), also known as the PTM-1G, PTM-1S, and the PGMDM is a Soviet/Russian plastic-bodied anti-vehicle landmine. It is generally deployed by aircraft via cluster munition dispenser such as the KMGU munitions dispenser, helicopter or rocket artillery via the BM-21 or BM-27 rocket systems.[1][2]
Description[edit]
The PTM-1 is a blast mine that can be pressure- or self-activated.[1] It is 338 mm long and rectangular in shape.[2] It contains approximately 1.5 kg of liquid explosive.[3] A cylindrical housing at one end of the mine contains the self-destruct timer, settable to 2 hour increments for a maximum of 24 hours.[3] Other sources give a range of 3-40 hours.[4] The mine is activated by a single pressure or accumulation of light pressures anywhere on any part of the mine body.[3] It has a 2.6 second firing delay.[3]
Operational use[edit]
As of 24 February 2023, the PTM-1 has been utilized during the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.[1] It is known to be stockpiled by both Russia and Ukraine.[1] It has also been found in use in Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Russia.
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d "Landmine Use in Ukraine". Human Rights Watch. 2023-06-13. Retrieved 2023-07-18.
- ^ a b "PTM-1S Landmine". Collective Awareness to UXO. Retrieved 2023-07-18.
- ^ a b c d "PGMDM anti-tank mine (British drill/training example)". Imperial War Museums. Retrieved 2023-07-18.
- ^ "Uragan 9K57 Multiple Launch Rocket System, Russia". Army Technology. Retrieved 2023-07-18.