The M5 is a United States minimum metal plastic cased anti-tank blast mine. The mine uses either a glass or porcelain internal case with a protective outer case, made from felt impregnated with asphalt and tar paper. The mine uses a chemical fuze rather than a mechanical one. It contains either 5.4 lb (2.4 kg) of TNT or 5.7 lb (2.6 kg) of tetrytol (a mixture of tetryl and TNT).[1] It was used during the Second World War. The practice version, designated as M9, was also produced.[2]

Specifications

  • Weight: 15 lb (6.8 kg) or 15.3 lb (6.9 kg)
  • Explosive content: 5.4 lb (2.4 kg) of TNT or 5.7 lb (2.6 kg) of tetrytol
  • Diameter: 10 inches (250 mm)
  • Height: 5 inches (125 mm)
  • Operating pressure: 275 to 475 pounds (125 to 215 kg)[1]

References

  1. 1 2 OP 1664, US Explosive Ordnance. Bureau of Ordnance. 1947-05-28. pp. 323–324.
  2. ↑ "M5 Landmine". CAT-UXO.


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