No 6 mine

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A picture of a Russian TM-46 landmine.
A Russian TM-46 AP landmine in the mud.

The No 6 mine is an Israeli metal-cased anti-tank blast mine. It is a direct copy of the Russian TM-46 mine, the only notable difference being the filling cap, which is domed on the TM-46 and flat on the No 6. It can be fitted with the No 61 pressure fuze or a No 62A tilt rod fuze.

Usage[edit]

The No 6 mine is found in the Falkland Islands, Israel, Lebanon and Oman.

Specifications[edit]

  • Diameter: 305 mm
  • Height: 110 mm
  • Weight: 8 kg
  • Explosive content: 6 kg of TNT
  • Operating pressure: 260 kg (No 61 pressure fuze)