MATS/1.4 mine
The MATS/1.4 is a scatterable Italian circular, plastic-cased minimum metal blast-resistant anti-tank blast mine. It uses a pneumatic fuze which is resistant to shock and blast. The mine's plastic case is waterproof, and the mine can be scattered from a helicopter travelling at up to 200 km/h. The mine is normally tan-colored. The mine's main charge is relatively small, so when hand-emplaced the mine can be stacked, to increase its effect.
The mine is no longer in production.
Specifications
- Diameter: 220 mm
- Height: 90 mm
- Weight: 3.6 kg
- Explosive content: 1.5 kg
References
- Jane's Mines and Mine Clearance 2005-2006
- MATS/1.4 mine at ORDATA
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