The RME MINE. The RME was a small influence-ground mine designed for use in rivers and lakes. It was cuboidal, made of pressed paper reinforced with aluminum strips and loaded with cast hexanite.

Figure 113 – RME Mine

Description

Type of firing unit

M 1

Weight of charge

88 lb. (approx.)

Total weight

286 lb.

Height

20 in.

Width

19 in.

Length

17 in.

Minimum depth

10 ft.

Maximum depth

30 ft.

Safety distances

130 ft.

Case material

Wood or Prestoff