AERIAL DELIVERED ANTI-TANK MINE
Abstract
The Aerial Delivered Anti-Tank Mine was developed as a highly mobile weapon to exploit the potential of mine warfare in offensive-type operations. Aerial delivered mines are ideally suited for use beyond a beachhead perimeter or enemy front lines to prevent the enemy from bringing in heavy armor. The mine may be used in analytical situation, offensive or defensive, where it is desirable to deny enemy armor access to local areas. The mine incorporates provisions for non-destructive sterilization which may be preset for any predetermined time up to 10 days. This sterilization feature permits friendly armor to pass through the mined area after the mine has served its purpose. Improvement studies indicate that a maximum sterilization time of six months is highly feasible. It is also possible to provide friendly vehicles with inexpensive equipment which will permit safe passage of the mined area at any time. After separation from the delivery airplane the mine falls to earth and comes to rest beneath the surface in a near vertical position. The mine may be used in soils varying from wet clay to sand and hard packed soil surfaces. The depth of burial varies from 6 inches to 4 feet depending on the air drop and soil conditions.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 09, 1955
- Accession Number
- AD0114994
Entities
Organizations
- Douglas