TMB and TMSB series mines

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 an MV-5 pressure fuse. Downward force of about 26 pounds (115 newtons) 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.

Specifications

TMB-1 TMB-2 TMSB
Diameter 10 58 inches (270 mm) 10 34 inches (270 mm) 11 28 inches (290 mm)
Height 5 14 inches (130 mm) 6 inches (150 mm) 6 58 inches (170 mm)
Weight 14.5 lb (6.6 kg) 15.4 lb (7.0 kg) 17.6 lb (8.0 kg)
Explosive content 11 lb (5.0 kg) of Amatol
with a 50 gram booster charge.
11 lb (5.0 kg) of Amatol
with a 75 gram booster charge
13 lb (5.9 kg)

References

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