TM 31-210
Improvised Munitions Handbook
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GRENADE-TIN CAN LAND MINE |
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| This device can be used as a land mine that will explode when the trip wire is pulled. | |
| MATERIALS REQUIRED: | |
| Hand grenade having side safety lever. | |
| Sturdy container, open at one end, that is just large enough to fit over grenade and its the safety lever (tin can of proper size is suitable). | |
| Strong string or wire | |
| NOTE: The container must be of such a size that, when the grenade is placed in it and the safety pin removed, its sides will prevent the safety lever from springing open. One end must be completely open. | |
| PROCEDURE: | |
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1. Fasten one piece of string to the closed end of container, making a strong connection. This can be done by punching 2 holes in the can, looping the string through them, and tying a knot. |
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2. Tie free end of this string to bush, stake, fencepost, etc. |
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3. Fasten another length of string to the grenade such
that it cannot interfere with the functioning of the ignition mechanism of
the grenade. |
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4. Insert grenade into container. |
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5. Lay free length of string across path and fasten to stake, bush, etc. The string should remain taut. |
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| HOW TO USE: | |
| 1. Carefully with safety pin by pulling on ring. Be sure safety lever is restrained during this operation. Grenade will function in normal manner when trip wire is pulled. | |
| NOTE: In areas where concealment is possible, a greater effect may be obtained by suspending the grenade several feet above ground, as illustrated below. | |
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