| DATA: |
| Diameter or width: 12 3/4 inches. |
| Depth: 4 inches. |
| Total weigth: 20 pounds. |
| Explosive: TNT. |
| Explosive weigth: 12 pounds. |
| Color: Gray. |
| Material: Steel. |
| Pull or pressure required: 250 to 400 pounds. |
| Fuzing: T.Mi.Z. 42; T.Mi.Z.
43. |
|
DESCRIPTION. The
Tellermine 42 is similar to the Tellermine 35
except that the pressure plate is much similar and does not include the
entire top surface. The main igniter, the T.Mi.Z. 42, is placed in the
receptable in the center of the mine. Then the pressure cap is screwed
onto the pressure plate and comes to rest on the head of the striker. (See
fig. 232.) |
|
OPERATION. Pressure
of 250 to 400 pounds on the pressure plate forces the pressure cap down,
since it is fixed to the pressure plate, and compresses the heavy spring
and detonatotes the mine. |
|
Figure 232 – Tellermine 42 – Antitank |
